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OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.44 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP

OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 53% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

6.0

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.4

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–¼Worse than 61%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 98%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

6.0

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.3

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

5.4

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

6.3
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 94.1% of smartphones.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.2
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor which is faster than processors in 51.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 78.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.3 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.3 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.44 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.44 inches which is smaller than the screens of 84.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
408 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 408 ppi which is higher than that of 66.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,115 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,115 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.3 mm which is shorter than 85.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
73.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.3 mm which is narrower than 88.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
184 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 184 g which is lighter than 80.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
92,272 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 92,272 cm³ which is smaller than 65.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
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OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 15.6% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.25 vs 8.000).
    9.25 vs 8
  • 83.9% more popular
    OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (10 vs 5.4).
    10 vs 5.44
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 1x2.2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 1x2.2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (408 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    408 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 6.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (184 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    184 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 17.7% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4115 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,115 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 34.6% more expensive
    OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 1.5% worse value for money
    OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.23 vs 7.3).
    7.23 vs 7.34
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 47.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,640 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,640 vs 3,115
  • 57.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,641 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,641 vs 3,825
  • 25.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,893 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,893 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 15.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (800 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    800 vs 942
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 8 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 & f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 & f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.23 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.44 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 24.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    500 nits vs 660 nits
  • 244 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (756 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    756 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 137.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (756 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    756 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 17.7% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4115 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,115 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2020
    2020 vs 2024

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inverse.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord review: Put your other phones directly in the trash can
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androidpolice.com
01/08/2020
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OnePlus Nord review: Back to flagship killing
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wired.com
28/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord review: you can't argue with this value
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digit.in
06/10/2023
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OnePlus Nord Review: The pragmatic choice Would you like a summary of the pros and cons highlighted across these specific reviews?
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techradar.com
18/08/2022
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OnePlus Nord review: an emphatic return to the mid-range Are you looking for specific technical benchmarks or camera comparisons from these reviews?
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androidcentral.com
01/06/2021
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OnePlus Nord review: Still the one to beat in 2021
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tomsguide.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord review
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wired.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord Review: An Affordable Phone with 6 Good Cameras
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engadget.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord review: Almost invisible compromises
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arstechnica.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord review: Android’s best bang for your buck
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community.oneplus.com
27/07/2020
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OnePlus Nord Review #1: Unboxing and Features
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Verdict

The OnePlus Nord (8GB + 128GB) is a premium mid-range 5G smartphone featuring a 6.44-inch 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display and powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor. Key hardware includes a versatile rear quad-camera system with a 48MP main sensor (with OIS) and an 8MP ultrawide, alongside a dual front-facing camera (32MP main + 8MP ultrawide). Pros are the smooth OxygenOS software experience, all-day battery life with rapid 30W Warp Charge 30T, and excellent value for money with flagship-like features. Cons include a plastic frame instead of metal, the absence of an official IP water resistance rating and a 3.5mm headphone jack, and the low quality of the 2MP macro and 5MP depth cameras which seem added primarily to bolster the spec sheet.

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