OnePlus Unveils Nord CE 5 and Nord 5: Affordable Flagship Features
Introduction to the New OnePlus Nord Series
OnePlus has officially introduced the Nord CE 5 and Nord 5, the latest additions to its Nord series in India. The Nord CE 5 boasts a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, powered by the Dimensity 8350 APEX SOC. Depending on the variant, it offers options of 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
Advanced Cooling and Camera Features
This model features an innovative Cryo Velocity Cooling system, which includes a graphene-based vapor chamber for efficient heat management. The camera setup includes a SONY LYT-600 sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 16MP front-facing camera, allowing gamers to enjoy smooth gameplay at up to 120FPS in popular titles like BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile.
Operating System and Battery Life
Running on Android 15 with Oxygen OS 15, the Nord CE 5 promises four Android updates and six years of security updates, a first for the CE series. It is equipped with a robust 7100mAh battery that supports 80W Super VOOC fast charging, capable of reaching a full charge in just one hour, along with bypass charging for enhanced efficiency.
Specifications of the Nord 5
The OnePlus Nord 5 features a larger 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2800×1272, supporting a 144 Hz refresh rate and a 30Hz touch response. The screen can achieve a peak brightness of 1800 nits and is safeguarded by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. It will be available in three color variants: Dry Ice, Phantom Grey, and Marble Sands.
Performance and Camera Capabilities
Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, the Nord 5 offers up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device is backed by a 6800mAh battery, supporting 80W Super VOOC fast charging, along with 5W reverse charging. Its dual-camera system features a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens, with digital zoom capabilities up to 20X, and a 50MP front camera, all supporting 4K video recording with electronic image stabilization.
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus Nord CE 5 will be available in Black Infinity, Marble Mist, and Nexus Blue, priced at Rs 24,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant. The 8GB+256GB model is priced at Rs 26,999, while the 12GB+256GB variant costs Rs 28,999. The Nord 5 is available for Rs 31,999, with storage options including 8GB+256GB at Rs 31,999, 12GB+256GB at Rs 34,999, and 12GB+512GB at Rs 37,999. These devices will be available for purchase on Amazon and the OnePlus store starting from July 12 at midnight.