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OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£320RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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 3 5G (16GB + 256GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 79% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

★Better than 91%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 77%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 88%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

7.6
User score
User score
8.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 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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â–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 81.4% of smartphones.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.1
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor which is faster than processors in 83.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.05 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.05 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 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
6.74 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1240x 2772 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1240x2772 px which is higher than that of 80.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
450 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 450 ppi which is higher than that of 81% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
80 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 80 W which is faster than in 78.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 7.4% 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
yes
This smartphone includes 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
162.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.6 mm which is shorter than 62.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
75.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.1 mm which is narrower than 66.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
193.5 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 193.5 g which is lighter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,200 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,200 cm³ which is smaller than 52.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
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OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 27.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 31.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,202 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,202 vs 10,783
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 9.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    OnePlus Nord 3 5G
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.79 vs 8.000).
    8.79 vs 8
  • 9.8% better value for money
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.06 vs 7.3).
    8.06 vs 7.34
  • 56.3% more popular
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.5 vs 5.4).
    8.5 vs 5.44
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 27.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.05 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 31.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,202 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,202 vs 10,783
  • 2.41x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,495 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,495 vs 3,115
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.05 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.05 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.34x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (60 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    60 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 9,000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 2.26x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (8,663 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    8,663 vs 3,825
  • 36.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3750 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,750 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.5x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (640 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    640 vs 256
  • 87.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,302 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,302 vs 1,226
  • 18.3% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,114 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,114 vs 942
  • 29.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,289 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,289 vs 2,533
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1240x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 13.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (450 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    450 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 51.5% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 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.
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 450 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1450 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,450 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 220.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1114 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,114 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 0.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 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 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 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.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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livemint.com
10/07/2023
Summary of the review
OnePlus Nord 3 5G review: An upgrade in almost every other way
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community.oneplus.com
01/07/2023
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[The Lab] [Full review] OnePlus Nord 3 5G, Momentum in the palm of your hand
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financialexpress.com
19/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 5G review: Back with a bang
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techadvisor.com
16/10/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 Review: Luxury with Compromises
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androidauthority.com
28/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 review: Should you buy it?
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androidcentral.com
20/09/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 long-term review: Back to killing flagships
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gsmarena.com
05/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 review - GSMArena.com tests
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generation-nt.com
22/08/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 5G Review: Mid-range Elegance
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sudinfo.be
05/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 Review: Still the Best Value for Money Smartphone
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journaldugeek.com
19/09/2023
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lesnumeriques.com
19/09/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 Review: A smartphone that sticks to the essentials
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andro4all.com
06/07/2023
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zonamovilidad.es
09/08/2023
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androidplanet.nl
05/07/2023
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hardware.info
06/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 Review: MediaTek 9000-powered phone for 499 euros
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tweakers.net
22/09/2023
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A mid-ranger with a little extra - OnePlus Nord 3
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androidworld.nl
05/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 review: these are the pros and cons
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05/07/2023
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OnePlus Nord 3 review: perhaps this mid-ranger is mostly convincing
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OnePlus Nord 3 5G (256 + 16 GB) - Tempest Gray (Product Test). Would you also like a price comparison from the largest Dutch webshops for this model?
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OnePlus Nord 3 review: (almost) the perfect mid-ranger
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What we like about OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value for money and a good alternative to more expensive flagship phones.
  • Stunning 6.74-inch Super Fluid AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, high brightness, and vibrant colors.
  • Very fast and smooth daily performance due to the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and ample RAM options (up to 16GB).
  • Exceptional battery life, often lasting a full day or more even with heavy usage.
  • Incredibly fast 80W SUPERVOOC wired charging, which can achieve a full charge in around 34-36 minutes, with the charger included in the box.
  • The main 50MP Sony IMX890 camera sensor (same as the flagship OnePlus 11) performs very well in good light and surprisingly well in low light, with good dynamic range and natural colors.
  • Premium-feeling design with a glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) and slim profile.
  • Useful extra features like an IR blaster (to control other devices) and the signature OnePlus alert slider.
  • Generally smooth and stable OxygenOS software experience with three promised Android version updates and four years of security updates.
  • Fast and reliable in-display fingerprint and face unlock features.
  • Good quality stereo speakers that are loud and clear.

What we don't like about OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB)

  • The 2MP macro camera is considered nearly useless and a waste of a lens by most users and reviewers.
  • Photos, particularly when zoomed in, can suffer from excessive oversharpening and color shifts when switching between the main and ultrawide lenses.
  • Video stabilization is less effective in 4K resolution compared to 1080p, with some users reporting jitters.
  • No wireless charging support, a feature found on some competing mid-range phones.
  • The glossy back panel is a fingerprint magnet.
  • Some users reported heating issues under heavy use or in hot conditions, leading to performance throttling.
  • Minor software/UI bugs were noted by some users, such as inconsistent notification dismissal and widget sizing issues.
  • The in-screen fingerprint sensor is positioned a bit low, requiring an awkward thumb maneuver to unlock.

Verdict

The OnePlus Nord 3 5G is a high-performance mid-range smartphone featuring a flagship-level MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor and a substantial 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Key pros include its vibrant 6.74-inch 1.5K 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display with minimal bezels, a capable 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), a large 5000mAh battery offering excellent endurance, and ultra-fast 80W SuperVOOC wired charging that can achieve a full charge in around 40 minutes. Additional advantages are the inclusion of the signature OnePlus alert slider, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, an IR blaster, and an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. Potential cons involve an underwhelming 8MP ultrawide and largely useless 2MP macro camera, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, no wireless charging support, and the phone may experience some heating or performance throttling during extended, graphic-intensive gaming sessions.

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