OnePlus has expanded its Nord lineup in India with the launch of the OnePlus Nord CE5, the latest offering in its Core Edition series. Priced starting at Rs. 24,999, the Nord CE5 aims to deliver a balanced package of performance, display quality, battery life, and smart features, catering to mid-range smartphone buyers.
Display and Design
The Nord CE5 sports a 6.77-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness up to 1430 nits, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp visuals. The screen supports 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and HDR10+ for an enhanced viewing experience. The device is available in three colors: Black Infinity, Marble Mist, and Nexus Blue.
Performance and Cooling
Under the hood, the phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset built on a 4nm process, coupled with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. To keep the device cool during intense usage, OnePlus has integrated an advanced CryoVelocity VC Cooling system featuring a graphene-based composite vapor chamber with a large surface area of 7,041 mm², one of the largest in its class.
Camera Capabilities
The Nord CE5 features a dual rear camera setup:
- 50MP Sony LYT-600 main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization (OIS)
- 8MP ultra-wide camera with 112° field of view
On the front, it houses a 16MP selfie camera with f/2.4 aperture. The rear camera supports up to 4K video recording at 60fps, while the front can record 1080p videos at 60fps.
Battery and Charging
One of the standout features of the Nord CE5 is its 7100mAh battery, the largest ever on a OnePlus phone. It supports 80W SuperVOOC fast charging, which can charge the device to 100% in just over an hour. The phone also includes bypass charging to protect battery health during charging.
Software and Updates
The device runs on Android 15 with OxygenOS 15, offering a clean and refined user interface along with OnePlus AI-powered smart features. Notably, OnePlus promises 4 Android OS updates and 6 years of security updates, marking a first for the Nord CE series.
Connectivity and Other Features
- Dual SIM (nano + nano) with 5G SA/NSA support
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC
- In-display optical fingerprint sensor and infrared sensor
- USB Type-C 2.0 port and bottom-ported speakers
- Dimensions: 163.58×76.02×8.17mm (Black Infinity, Nexus Blue) / 8.27mm (Marble Mist)
- Weight: 199g
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is priced as follows:
| Variant | Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| 8GB RAM + 128GB | 24,999 |
| 8GB RAM + 256GB | 26,999 |
| 12GB RAM + 256GB | 28,999 |
The phone will be available for purchase starting July 12, 2025, at 12 AM via Amazon.in, OnePlus.in, OnePlus Store App, and major offline retailers including OnePlus Experience Stores, Reliance Digital, Croma, Vijay Sales, and Bajaj Electronics.
Launch Offers
- Instant discount of Rs. 2,000 on select credit cards
- Up to 6 months No Cost EMI on select bank credit cards
- Up to 9 months No Cost EMI with zero down payment through in-store consumer finance programs
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a compelling choice for users seeking a large display, robust performance, and exceptional battery life at an affordable price point in the competitive mid-range segment.