Overview
Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
The OnePlus Nord CE 5 5G is OnePlus's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex, ram of 8 GB, storage of 128 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 33,499 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex |
| CPU | 3.35 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Operating System | Android v15 |
| Graphics | Mali G615-MC6 |
| Battery | 7100 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 80W SUPERVOOC Charging |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) Sony LYT-600, Sensor Size: 1/1.95", Focal Length: 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) OmniVision OV08D10 |
| Front Camera | 16 MP ƒ/2.4 (Wide Angle) Sony IMX480, Focal Length: 23 mm, EIS Supported Punch Hole, Screen Flash |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,411,250 (Total) (v10) 306,528 (CPU) 556,883 (GPU) 268,763 (Memory) 279,076 (UX) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2392 pixels |
| Country Of Origin | India |
| Model | Nord CE 5 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Os Updates | 4 years |
| Security Updates | 6 years |
| Release Date | July 08, 2025 |
| In The Box | OnePlus Nord CE5, 80W SUPERVOOC Power Adapter, Type-A to C Cable, Quick Guide, Protective Case, Screen Protector (pre-applied), SIM Tray Ejector |
| Weight | 199 g |
| Colors | Marble Mist, Black Infinity, Nexus Blue |
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 300 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.9:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 387 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 94.1% |
| Brightness | HBM: 1300 nits, Peak Brightness: 1430 nits, Typical brightness: 800 nits |
| Features | Eye Comfort / Night Mode, Screen Colour Mode, Screen Colour Temperature, Auto Brightness, Manual Brightness, Bed time mode, Dark Mode, Support sRGB, Display P3, 10-bit Color Depth, HDR10+, Netflix HD & HDR Certified, Amazon Prime Video HD & HDR Certified |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Ram Type | LPDDR5X |
| Expandable Ram | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4, support SBC/AAC/aptX HD/aptX/LDAC/LHDC 5.0 |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| Usb Features | USB on-the-go |
| Ir Blaster | Yes |
| Antutu Storage Score | 143,478 |
| Geekbench Score | 4,047 (Multi Core) (v6) 1,313 (Single Core) 7,438 (OpenCL) 8,528 (Vulkan) |
| 3dmark Score | 3,080 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Gps | with GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Proximity, Ambient Light, E-compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Ai Features | AI Eraser, AI Perfect Shot, AI Reflection Remover, AI Reframe, Dual intelligence, Google Gemini, AI VoiceScribe, AI Translation, AI Call Assistant |
| Splash Resistant | Yes |
| Ip Rating | IP65 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Camera Features | Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, PRO, Panorama, SLO-MO, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Hi-Res Scan, Tilt-Shift, 0.6x-20x digital zoom for photos 0.6x-10x digital zoom for video |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD, 720p |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Custom Ui | OxygenOS 15 |
| Core Details | Arm cortex 1xA715@3.35GHZ, Arm cortex 3xA715@3.2GHZ, Arm cortex 4xA510@2.2GHZ |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Yes | |
| Music | 3GPP, ALAC, AMR, APE, FLAC, G711-ALAW, G711-MLAW, GSM, MP3, OPUS, RAW, VORBIS, PCM, WMA, AAC |
| Video | 3GPP, AV1, H263, H264, H265, MP4V, MPEG2, WMV, VP8, VP9 |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Speaker Type | Mono |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Reverse Charging | Yes |
| Dimensions | 76.02 x 163.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Cooling System | 7000mm² Vapor Chamber |
| Extra Features | Super Linear Speaker, Noise Cancellation Support |
| Bypass Charging | Yes |
| Hdr Support | Yes, HDR10+ |
| 5g Bands | NR: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28B/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78 |
| Wifi Version | WiFi2.4G, WiFi5G, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), WiFi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n, WLAN Display, WLAN tethering,Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 20M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 40M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 80M, Wi-Fi 5GHz 160M, 2x2 MIMO |
| Ois | Yes |
| Gaming Features | HyperBoost Game Engine, Championship Mode, Optimal Performance, Up to 120 FPS in BGMI and CODM |
| Fabrication Node | 4nm |
| Camera Score | 84 (DxOMark) |
| Speaker Score | 68 (Good) |
| Battery Test Result | 14.2 hours |
Editor Verdict
4.0/5
Editorial rating
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Performance
4.5
Camera
4.0
Battery Backup
4.0
Display
4.0
Value for Money
4.5
Build Quality
4.0
Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
OnePlus Nord CE 5 5G
This model |
Honor 30 (8GB RAM + 128GB)
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Honor View30 Pro 5G
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex | HiSilicon Kirin 985 | HiSilicon Kirin 990 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.53 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels | 6.57 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Graphics | Mali G615-MC6 | Mali-G77 | Mali-G76 MP16 |
| OS | Android v15 | Android v10.0 | Android v10.0 |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key specifications of OnePlus Nord CE 5 5G?
Processor: Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex. RAM: 8 GB. Storage: 128 GB. Display: 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz. Resolution: 1080 x 2392 pixels. Operating System: Android v15.
What is the display of OnePlus Nord CE 5 5G?
6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz with 1080 x 2392 pixels resolution.
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