OnePlus has officially launched the fifth generation of its Nord series, introducing the Nord 5 and Nord CE5. These midrange smartphones continue OnePlus’ commitment to offering premium features at competitive prices, with standout displays, powerful internals, and massive batteries.
Design & Display
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OnePlus Nord 5:
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6.83-inch FHD+ AMOLED
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144Hz refresh rate
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Peak brightness: 1,800 nits
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Gorilla Glass 7i protection
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Under-display fingerprint sensor
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Colors: Marble Sands, Dry Ice, Phantom Grey
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OnePlus Nord CE5:
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6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED
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120Hz refresh rate
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Peak brightness: 1,430 nits
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Colors: Black Infinity, Marble Mist, Nexus Blue
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Internals & Software
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Nord 5: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
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Nord CE5: MediaTek Dimensity 8350, expandable storage, similar RAM options
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OS: OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15 for both devices
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Software Features: OnePlus AI Suite (AI Eraser, AI Summary, and more)
Cameras
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Nord 5:
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Rear: 50MP main (LYT-700) + 8MP ultrawide
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Front: 50MP Samsung JN5
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Features: RAW HDR, Real Tone
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Nord CE5:
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Rear: 50MP main (LYT-600) + 8MP ultrawide
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Front: 16MP
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Features: RAW HDR, Real Tone
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Battery & Charging
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Nord 5: 6,800 mAh, 80W fast charging, 5W reverse wired charging
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Nord CE5: 7,100 mAh, 80W SuperVOOC, bypass charging
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Usage: CE5 offers over 27 hours of YouTube playback
Pricing
| Model | Storage | Price (USD) |
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| Nord 5 | 8/256GB | $485 |
| Nord 5 | 12/512GB | $540 |
| Nord CE5 | 8/128GB | $323 |
| Nord CE5 | 8/256GB | $377 |
Key Features Comparison
| Feature | Nord 5 | Nord CE5 |
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| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 |
| Display | 6.83″, 144Hz, 1800 nits | 6.77″, 120Hz, 1430 nits |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 256/512GB | 128/256GB |
| Main Camera | 50MP + 8MP | 50MP + 8MP |
| Front Camera | 50MP | 16MP |
| Battery | 6,800 mAh | 7,100 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired + 5W reverse | 80W SuperVOOC + bypass |
| Colors | Marble Sands, Dry Ice, Phantom Grey | Marble Mist, Black Infinity, Nexus Blue |
Summary
The OnePlus Nord 5 targets users who prioritize performance, display quality, and camera versatility, while the Nord CE5 is ideal for those seeking massive battery life with solid performance at a lower price. Both devices continue OnePlus’ tradition of offering premium features in the midrange segment, making them strong contenders in 2025.
