OnePlus Nord 5 Review: Premium Performance Meets Long-Lasting Battery in Mid‑Range Class
Discover the OnePlus Nord 5: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, huge OLED display, 6,800 mAh battery, fast charging and solid cameras. A stylish, powerful mid-range phone with flagship features
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The OnePlus Nord 5 stands out as a flagship bomber in the mid‑range, combining top-tier performance, sleek design, and endurance. At its core is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, ensuring smooth multitasking and fast system responses. The device features a massive 6.83‑inch 1.5K OLED panel with a 144 Hz refresh rate and up to 1,800 nits peak brightness—perfect for gaming, video streaming, and outdoor viewing.
Battery life is a highlight: a generous 6,800 mAh cell (or even 7,000 mAh per some European reports) delivers all-day usage, topped up rapidly thanks to 80 W SUPERVOOC charging. This combination powers through demanding tasks with minimal downtime.
Camera performance is reliable: dual rear setup with a 50 MP Sony sensor (plus an 8 MP ultrawide) and a 50 MP selfie camera offer crisp, vibrant shots suited for everyday use. Software enhancements and sustained performance further enrich the user experience, with features like smart AI suggestions and clean OxygenOS execution .
Still, it's not perfect. EU models reportedly reduce battery sizes (around 5,200 mAh) and drop the bundled charger—plus the ultrawide cam and high refresh rate reportedly never reach advertised 144 Hz in real life. But these differences redefine value rather than downgrade it.
In sum, the Nord 5 strikes a compelling balance: blending flagship-level performance and charging tech with mid-range price tags—₹31,999–₹37,999 in India—making it a top contender for power-users and gamers alike.
