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OnePlus Nord 5: The highly anticipated OnePlus Nord 5 is finally here and let me tell you, it’s a bombshell for the premium mid-range category. Launched on July 9, 2025, this beast comes with several flagship specs including the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, 144Hz swift AMOLED display and an unrivalled 6800mAh battery — and starts from just ₹31,999. Let’s jump into the nitty gritty to find out what makes this such a hot topic in India.
Design & Build
The Swift AMOLED panel, which measures 6.83 inches, is a sight for sore eyes. The display is as crisp, smooth and bright, featuring a Full HD+ resolution (1272x2800 px), 144Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1800 nits - enough to make everything legible and palpable, even on direct sunlight. Support for HDR10+ and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i provide an enjoyable viewing experience and increased durability.
Performance
The heart of the OnePlus Nord 5 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SM8635 – a beast of a processor that leverages a 4nm fabrication process. It is assisted by Adreno 735 GPU and LPDDR5X RAM (8 GB/12 GB) ensuring seamless multitasking, gaming and seamless app switching. It is powered by Android 15 running on OxygenOS, and is said to receive four years of OS updates and six years of security patches.
Camera
On the back, the Nord 5 has a dual-camera system:
f/1.8 OIS 50MP Sony IMX sensor (1µm pixel size)
8MP ultra-wide lens
It takes sharp photos that have plenty of detail and dynamic range. It even supports HDR, Dual Video Recording and 4K at 60fps video – so it’s a videographer’s friend.
On the front is a 50MP selfie snapper, which also bests many competitors at this price point. It can also film 4K video, and includes screen flash and portrait modes for great selfies in low light.
Battery & Charging
Powering the Nord 5 is a massive 6800mAh battery, which easily lasts 1.5–2 days on moderate usage. The 80W SuperVOOC fast charging juices up the phone from 0 to 100% in just 54 minutes. There’s no wireless charging, but with such fast wired charging, you might not even miss it.
Price
The OnePlus Nord 5 offers impressive value:
- 8 GB + 256 GB – ₹31,999
- 12 GB + 256 GB – ₹34,999
- 12 GB + 512 GB – ₹37,999
Available on Amazon India, it sits comfortably in the segment between upper mid-range and flagship killer.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 performance
- Stunning 144Hz AMOLED display
- 6800mAh battery with 80W fast charging
- Excellent front and rear cameras
- Long-term OS & security updates
Cons:
- No expandable storage
- No wireless charging
- Slightly bulky at 211g
Verdict
The Nord 5 has been a brave forward step in the Nord range. It provides all-day battery life and a flagship-level performance, paired with a great display and one of the best front cameras out there — all in a sleek and sturdy chassis. If you’re looking for a fantastic performing phone under ₹35,000, it’s arguably one of the best to get in 2025 – the Nord 5.