OnePlus has officially introduced two new smartphones in the mid-range category in India — the OnePlus Nord 5 and OnePlus Nord CE5 5G. These devices come loaded with next-gen features, impressive performance, and sleek design while maintaining competitive pricing.

Key Highlights

Nord 5 starts at ₹31,999; Nord CE5 5G starts at ₹24,999

AMOLED displays, up to 144Hz refresh rate

Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (Nord 5) and Dimensity 8350 (CE5)

Up to 7,100mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging

AI-powered tools and long-term Android support

Available on Amazon.in, OnePlus website, and retail stores from July 12th

OnePlus Nord 5: Flagship Performance in a Mid-Range Package

The OnePlus Nord 5 boasts a 6.83-inch Swift AMOLED panel with 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits peak brightness, Ultra HDR support, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. It carries an IP65 rating for resistance against dust and water.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. It features a large 7,300mm² vapor chamber for thermal management and is TÜV SÜD Fluency A-Rated for long-term smooth performance.

Camera and Battery

Rear: 50MP OIS primary sensor + 8MP ultra-wide camera

Front: 50MP punch-hole selfie camera

Video: 4K @ 60fps, Pro Mode, Cinematic, Portrait, and more

It packs a 6,800mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging, 5W reverse charging, and bypass charging for heat control. The phone runs OxygenOS 15 (Android 15) and is eligible for 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security patches.

Notably, the Nord 5 features a customizable Plus Key and AI Plus Mind suite, which includes AI Summary, AI VoiceScribe, AI Writing, and AI photo editing capabilities such as unblur and object removal.

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G: A Budget-Friendly Powerhouse

The OnePlus Nord CE5 5G delivers strong performance at a lower price point. It features a 6.77-inch Fluid AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and 1,800 nits peak brightness.

The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC, paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. A large 7,041mm² CryoVelocity vapor chamber ensures efficient heat dissipation.

Camera and Battery

Rear: 50MP main sensor + 8MP ultra-wide lens

Front: 16MP selfie shooter

Video: 4K @ 60fps recording

The biggest highlight is its massive 7,100mAh battery, which is claimed to deliver up to 2.5 days of usage on a single charge. It also supports 80W fast charging.

The Nord CE5 5G skips the Plus Key and AI Plus Mind features but still includes basic AI tools like webpage summarization and image editing.

Price and Availability in India

OnePlus Nord 5:

8GB RAM + 256GB: ₹31,999

12GB RAM + 256GB: ₹34,999

12GB RAM + 512GB: ₹37,999

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G:

8GB RAM + 128GB: ₹24,999

8GB RAM + 256GB: ₹26,999

12GB RAM + 256GB: ₹28,999

Launch offers include a ₹2,000 discount on ICICI and RBL Bank cards. Both phones will go on sale from July 12th via OnePlus, Amazon, and retail outlets.

Colour Options

OnePlus Nord 5: Marble Sands, Dry Ice, Phantom Grey

OnePlus Nord CE5 5G: Black Infinity, Marble Mist, Nexus Blue

Conclusion

With strong specifications, AMOLED displays, large batteries, and AI features, the OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE5 5G aim to dominate the mid-range smartphone market in India. Whether you’re a power user or a value-conscious buyer, OnePlus offers something for everyone in this new lineup.