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Nord CE5
Released July 8, 20258GB + 128GB / 5GKES 32,999
8GB + 256GB / 5GKES 35,499
12GB + 256GB / 5GKES 39,500
Display | 6.77" AMOLED (2392 x 1080 pixels), 120Hz Refresh Rate, 10-bit Color, Display P3, HDR10+, Aqua Touch and Netflix/Amazon HDR Certification |
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Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex (4nm) with Mali-G615 MC6 GPU |
Storage | 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1 Storage, expandable up to 1TB through a hybrid microSDXC slot |
Brightness | 800 nits typical, 1300 nits HBM and 1430 nits peak brightness |
Colors | Black Infinity, Marble Mist, Nexus Blue |
Camera | 50MP Main (Sony LYT-600, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS and EIS) + 8MP Ultra-wide (OmniVision OV08D10, f/2.2, 112°) | 16MP Sony IMX480 Front Camera |
Video | Rear: 4K at 30/60fps and 1080p at 30/60fps with OIS and EIS; Front: 1080p at 30/60fps |
Battery | 7100 mAh Lithium-ion Polymer Battery (India Model) |
Charging | 80W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging |
Audio | Single bottom-firing speaker with noise-cancellation support |
Connectivity | 5G, Dual Nano-SIM, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NavIC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, IR Blaster and USB Type-C 2.0; NFC is not listed for the India-market model |
Durability | IP65 Dust and Water Resistant |
Biometrics | Optical In-display Fingerprint Scanner and Face Unlock |
Software | OxygenOS 15 with AI Plus Mind, AI Writer, AI Perfect Shot, AI Unblur, AI Eraser, Circle to Search, Open Canvas, HyperBoost Game Engine and virtual RAM expansion |
In the Box | OnePlus Nord CE5, 80W SUPERVOOC Power Adapter, USB Type-A to Type-C Cable, Protective Case, Pre-applied Screen Protector, SIM Eject Tool and Quick Guide |
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Summary
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a battery-focused mid-range smartphone offering unusually strong performance through its Dimensity 8350 Apex processor. It combines a 7100 mAh battery and 80W charging with a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP Sony OIS camera, expandable storage and long-term software support.
Key Advantages
- Enormous 7100 mAh battery with fast 80W SUPERVOOC charging
- Powerful Dimensity 8350 Apex processor with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM
- Smooth 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with HDR10+ and Aqua Touch
- 50MP Sony LYT-600 main camera with OIS and 4K 60fps video
- Expandable microSD storage up to 1TB through the hybrid SIM slot
- Four Android upgrades, six years of security updates and IP65 protection
Critical Limitations
- Single bottom-firing speaker rather than stereo speakers
- No wireless charging or optical telephoto camera
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- MicroSD expansion shares the second SIM slot, and NFC is not listed for the India model
Recommended For
- Users who prioritize exceptional battery endurance and fast charging
- Students and professionals seeking powerful everyday performance at a reasonable price
- Casual and competitive gamers wanting up to 120fps support and effective cooling
- Buyers who require expandable microSD storage
Not Recommended For
- Users who want stereo speakers or a 3.5mm headphone jack
- Photographers requiring optical telephoto zoom
- Buyers who need wireless charging, eSIM or guaranteed NFC support
