OnePlus Nord and Nord CE Launched in India: New Nord 5 Series
OnePlus has officially launched its new Nord 5 series in India, further expanding its popular mid-range smartphone lineup. The launch includes two new models — the OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 — both offering impressive specs, refreshed design elements, large batteries, and next-gen chipsets.
With growing competition in the mid-segment space, OnePlus is aiming to strike the right balance between premium features and affordability. Notably, the Nord 5 series introduces a new “Plus Key”, marking a major design shift by replacing the iconic Alert Slider, a first for a Nord phone.
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OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE 5: Price in India and Availability
OnePlus has launched multiple variants for both models, with pricing designed to appeal to different user needs:
OnePlus Nord 5 Price:
- ₹31,999 – 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- ₹34,999 – 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- ₹37,999 – 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
OnePlus Nord CE 5 Price:
- ₹24,999 – 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- ₹26,999 – 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
- ₹28,999 – 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
The OnePlus Nord 5 will go on sale starting July 9, while the Nord CE 5 will be available for purchase from July 12 via OnePlus’ official store, Amazon India, and offline retail outlets.
Display and Design: High Refresh Rates, No Alert Slider
The Nord 5 features a large 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a super-smooth 144Hz refresh rate, making it an excellent choice for gaming, multimedia, and overall responsiveness. Meanwhile, the Nord CE 5 offers a slightly smaller 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a still-impressive 120Hz refresh rate.
Both devices maintain OnePlus’s sleek and minimal design language, but the removal of the iconic Alert Slider stands out. In its place, OnePlus introduces the Plus Key, which unlocks custom AI-powered features and shortcuts, first seen on the OnePlus 13R. This move suggests OnePlus is aligning its Nord series more closely with its premium devices.
Performance: Snapdragon Meets MediaTek
Powering the OnePlus Nord 5 is the high-performance Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB of internal storage, positioning it just below flagship devices in terms of performance.
The Nord CE 5, on the other hand, is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex SoC, also coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. This chipset is optimized for energy efficiency and day-to-day performance, making the CE 5 ideal for users who want value without compromise.
Both smartphones ship with Android 15-based OxygenOS, which brings a near-stock Android feel, but with deep customization and OnePlus-exclusive software tools. OnePlus has promised multiple years of OS and security updates, adding long-term value to the purchase.
Camera Features: Premium Sensor on a Budget
OnePlus continues its focus on photography with capable camera systems on both models:
OnePlus Nord 5 Camera:
- Rear: 50MP Sony sensor (same as OnePlus 13R) + 8MP ultra-wide lens
- Front: 50MP selfie camera
OnePlus Nord CE 5 Camera:
- Rear: 50MP wide sensor + 8MP ultra-wide lens
- Front: 16MP selfie camera
The inclusion of a 50MP front camera on the Nord 5 is a significant upgrade for selfie enthusiasts and content creators, while the Nord CE 5’s setup still offers strong imaging capabilities for its price range.
Battery Life and Charging: Big Numbers, Fast Speeds
Battery is another standout area for the Nord 5 series. The Nord 5 features a large 6,800mAh battery, while the Nord CE 5 goes even bigger with a 7,100mAh unit, despite being the more affordable device.
Both phones support 80W fast wired charging, ensuring quick top-ups even with such large battery capacities. This combination is ideal for power users who rely on all-day usage and want to avoid frequent charging.
In terms of build:
- Nord 5 measures 8.1mm thick and weighs 211g
- Nord CE 5 is slightly thicker at 8.2mm but lighter at 199g, even with the bigger battery
Final Thoughts: OnePlus Raises the Bar in Mid-Range Segment
With the launch of the OnePlus Nord 5 series, OnePlus is proving that it can continue to push boundaries in the mid-range smartphone market. The blend of high refresh rate AMOLED displays, flagship-level processors, robust cameras, large batteries, and AI-powered software makes the Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 serious contenders in the ₹25,000–₹40,000 segment.
The addition of the Plus Key, the switch to larger batteries, and support for Android 15 out of the box all suggest that OnePlus is betting on long-term usability and next-gen readiness.
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