OnePlus Nord CE5

OnePlus has consistently carved a niche for itself by delivering powerful smartphones that challenge the status quo without breaking the bank. On July 8, 2025, they officially released their latest innovation, the OnePlus Nord CE5. As consumers eagerly seek devices that balance cutting-edge technology with practical usability, the Nord CE5 emerges as a compelling option.

This post dives into the detailed specifications of this newly available smartphone, offering a comprehensive overview of what makes it stand out in today's competitive market. Join us as we explore the features designed to enhance your daily digital interactions.

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Network and Connectivity

The OnePlus Nord CE5 supports a wide range of network technologies, including GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity.

Design and Build

The device measures 163.6 x 76 x 8.2 mm and weighs 199 g. It supports dual Nano-SIM cards and boasts an IP65 rating, making it dust-tight and resistant to low-pressure water jets.

Revolutionary Display

Prepare for an immersive visual experience with the Nord CE5's Fluid AMOLED display.

• Type: Fluid AMOLED with 1 billion colors, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 800 nits (typical), 1300 nits (HBM), and an impressive 1430 nits (peak) brightness.
• Size: 6.77 inches, 111.5 cm$^2$ (~89.7% screen-to-body ratio).
• Resolution: 1080 x 2392 pixels (~387 ppi density).
• Protection: Mohs level 5, with Ultra HDR image support.

Performance Powerhouse

Under the hood, the OnePlus Nord CE5 runs on Android 15, with ColorOS 15. It is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex (4 nm) chipset, featuring an Octa-core CPU (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510) and a Mali G615-MC6 GPU.

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Memory and Storage

The device includes a microSDXC card slot, which uses a shared SIM slot. It offers substantial internal storage options: 128GB with 8GB RAM, 256GB with 8GB RAM, and 256GB with 12GB RAM, utilizing UFS 3.1 technology.

Camera Systems

Capture stunning photos and videos with the OnePlus Nord CE5's advanced camera setup.

Main Camera

The dual main camera system includes:

• 50 MP wide lens (f/1.8,26mm,1/1.95",0.8µm, PDAF, OIS)
• 8 MP ultrawide lens (f/2.2,16mm,112˚,1/4.0",1.12µm)

Features like LED flash, Ultra HDR, and panorama will enhance your photography experience. Video recording will support 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, with gyro-EIS, and OIS.

Selfie Camera

The front-facing camera system includes:

• A single 16 MP wide lens (f/2.4,23mm,1/3.0",1.0µm)

It will offer panorama features and video capabilities up to 1080p@30/60fps with gyro-EIS.

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Audio and Connectivity

The device features stereo loudspeakers but does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack. For connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Bluetooth 5.4 (A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5), multiple positioning systems (GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS), and an infrared port. There is no built-in radio. The USB port is Type-C 2.0.

Advanced Features

Sensors on the OnePlus Nord CE5 include an under-display optical fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. Additionally, it supports Circle to Search.

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Battery and Charging

The OnePlus Nord CE5 houses a 5200 mAh battery for the global version and a Si/C Li-Ion 7100 mAh battery for the Indian version. It supports 80W wired charging and bypass charging.

OnePlus Nord CE5 Price

Below is the price of the OnePlus Nord CE5 in the UK and Europe:

OnePlus Nord CE5 Price in the UK

• OnePlus Nord CE5 8GB + 128GB (£249)
• OnePlus Nord CE5 12GB + 256GB (£299)

OnePlus Nord CE5 Price in Europe

• OnePlus Nord CE5 8GB + 128GB (€299)
• OnePlus Nord CE5 12GB + 256GB (€349)

Buy OnePlus Nord CE5

The available colors for the OnePlus Nord CE5 are Phantom Grey, Dry Ice, and Marble Sands. You can buy it using the details below:

• Buy on Amazon UK
• Buy on Amazon EUR

Performance and Battery Life

In tests, the OnePlus Nord CE5 achieved an AnTuTu score of 1,390,121 (v10), GeekBench score of 4006 (v6), and 3DMark (Wild Life Extreme) score of 3033. The display reached a maximum brightness of 1231 nits (measured). The loudspeaker scored -27.1 LUFS (Good). The active use battery life was 14:42h. The battery has an endurance of 61:48h and 1200 cycles.

EU Label Information

The OnePlus Nord CE5 has an Energy Class A, Battery Class A (61:48h endurance, 1200 cycles), Free fall Class A (300 falls), and Repairability Class B.