OnePlus Nord series: premium specs at a competitive price
Do you want the speed and luxury of a top device, but refuse to pay the top price? Then the OnePlus Nord series is your ideal match. These phones are known as the ultimate flagship killers. Whether you go for the brand new Nord 5 with its stunning 144Hz screen or the price-conscious CE models: you always get lightning-fast charging, clean software and powerful performance.
- Decent performance
- Excellent 50MP camera
- Modern design
- Extra fast 80W charging
- Little difference/improvement from Nord 2
All OnePlus Nord smartphones
Which OnePlus Nord suits you?
The Nord family is bigger than ever. To avoid getting lost in the names, we have listed the differences for you. That way, you can instantly choose the device that suits your use.
1. The Powerhouse: OnePlus Nord 5
This is the top device in the range. With the fastest processor, the best cameras (often with optical image stabilisation) and a glass body, it feels like a premium smartphone. Perfect if you do a lot of gaming or photography.
2. The Golden Mean: OnePlus Nord CE (Core Edition)
The abbreviation says it all: this device focuses on the core. You get the main features of the big brother (like 5G and an AMOLED screen), but in a slightly simpler package. The OnePlus Nord CE 5 is the current champion in this with an excellent balance between price and quality.
3. The Battery King: OnePlus Nord CE Lite
Looking for the lowest price and a battery that can't be broken? The Lite versions, like the Nord CE 4 Lite 5G, often have a huge battery capacity (up to 5110mAh) and retain handy extras like a 3.5mm audio jack and expandable memory.
Fast charging with SuperVOOC
One of the biggest advantages of choosing OnePlus is its charging speed. Where competitors like Samsung or Apple often stop at 25W or 45W, the OnePlus Nord phones blow past that rock hard.
Most models in this list support 80W or even 100W SuperVOOC charging. In practice, this means you charge your phone from 0% to 100% in the morning while showering and getting dressed. So never stress about a dead battery again.
OxygenOS: Clean and fast
The hardware is top-notch, but the software finishes it off. The Nord series runs on OxygenOS (based on Android). This is known as one of the finest operating systems: no unnecessary advertising apps, smooth animations and lots of options to set up your phone to your liking. Moreover, on its newer models, such as the Nord 5 and CE 5, OnePlus offers an increasingly longer update policy.
Cameras: More than just megapixels
Don't stare blindly at the megapixels. The power of OnePlus Nord cameras is often in the Sony sensors and software.
- OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation): Many models, including the Nord 3 and Nord 5, have OIS. This ensures that your photos stay sharp even when your hands shake a little or when it is dark.
- AI enhancement: The newer processors in the Nord series use smart AI to instantly correct colours and exposure.
