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  • Avg. price: ~£320
  • RAM capacity: 16 GB
  • Internal storage: 256 GB
  • Screen size: 6.74 inches
  • Main 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 it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

8.3

Technical Score

10.0%

9.2

User score

Excellent
8.3

Technical Score

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 components:

25.0%

8.9

Performance & Hardware

18.0%

7.7

Camera

15.0%

8.1

Display

15.0%

8.2

Battery

10.0%

8.5

Software

10.0%

8.7

Connectivity

4.0%

7.5

Audio

3.0%

7.0

Design

Excellent
9.2

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

Exceptional
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    Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
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    Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB)

    Technical Score

    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 components:

    25.0%

    8.9

    Performance & Hardware

    18.0%

    7.7

    Camera

    15.0%

    8.1

    Display

    15.0%

    8.2

    Battery

    10.0%

    8.5

    Software

    10.0%

    8.7

    Connectivity

    4.0%

    7.5

    Audio

    3.0%

    7.0

    Design

    8.3
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a technical score of 8.3 points, which is higher than 76.5% of smartphones.
    User score

    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 components:

    70.0%

    8.8

    User reviews

    30.0%

    10

    Popularity

    9.2
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a user score of 9.19 points, which is higher than 93.3% of smartphones.
    Popularity
    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.
    10
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 76.3% of smartphones.
    Ratio quality/price

    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 components:

    60.0%

    8.4

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.8

    Price

    8.6
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.6 points, which is higher than 90.9% of smartphones.
    Brand name
    What it is: The manufacturer or brand under which the smartphone is marketed and sold.
    When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    OnePlus
    Processor model
    What it is: The central System-on-Chip (SoC) that houses the CPU, GPU, modem, and other core processing components.
    When it matters: When you want to know the specific engine powering your device's speed and features.

    Importance: HIGH

    MediaTek Dimensity 9000
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 processor which is faster than processors in 85% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
    RAM capacity
    What it is: The amount of volatile memory available for running apps and multitasking.
    When it matters: When you use multiple apps at once or want smoother multitasking without reloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >12 GB

    16 GB
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
    Internal storage
    What it is: The total built-in space available for apps, media, and files.
    When it matters: When you keep large libraries of photos, videos, and apps directly on your device.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >256 GB

    256 GB
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.2% of smartphones.
    CPU boost clock speed
    What it is: The maximum speed the processor can achieve temporarily under heavy load.
    When it matters: When you run demanding apps or games that require short bursts of peak performance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >3.2 GHz

    3.05 GHz
    The CPU boost clock speed of OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The primary system software that manages the smartphone's hardware and software resources.
    When it matters: When you have a preference for the user interface and app ecosystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    Android
    Android 13
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 0% of smartphones.
    Android 13
    Android version
    What it is: The specific generation number of the Android operating system installed on the device.
    When it matters: When you want to ensure app compatibility and access to the latest software features.

    Importance: LOW

    Android 13
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) runs Android version Android 13 which is newer than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
    Direct OS updates
    What it is: Indicates whether the device receives operating system updates directly from the manufacturer or Google, ensuring timely security and feature updates.
    When it matters: When you want the fastest access to new features and security patches.

    Importance: HIGH

    no
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not receive direct OS updates. 20.5% of smartphones receive direct updates.
    Open-source OS
    What it is: Shows whether the device’s operating system is based on open-source code, allowing community contributions and greater transparency.
    When it matters: When you value transparency and potential community-driven modifications.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
    Dark mode
    What it is: A display option that uses dark backgrounds to reduce eye strain and save battery on OLED screens.
    When it matters: When you want to reduce eye strain at night or save battery on OLED screens.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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    Multi-lens main camera
    What it is: Indicates that the rear camera system includes multiple lenses (e.g., wide, ultra-wide, telephoto) for versatile shooting options.
    When it matters: When you want versatility to shoot wide landscapes, standard shots, and zoomed details.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
    Main camera megapixels
    What it is: The resolution of the primary rear camera sensor, measured in millions of pixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
    When it matters: When you want to capture high-resolution images that can be cropped or printed large.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >50 MP

    50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
    Main camera aperture
    What it is: The size of the lens opening (f-stop) that controls light entry. A lower f-number indicates a wider aperture, allowing better low-light shots.
    When it matters: When you want better low-light performance or a natural background blur effect.

    Importance: HIGH

    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
    Main camera sensor area
    What it is: The total physical surface area of the camera sensor (calculated by multiplying the number of megapixels by the square of the individual pixel size). A larger area captures more light, resulting in better night photos and less digital noise.
    When it matters: When you want to capture clear, detailed photos in low-light conditions with minimal grain and achieve a natural, professional-looking background blur for portraits.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >60

    50 mm²
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.
    When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: ≥1.2 µm

    1.0 µm
    2.0 binned
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a main camera pixel size of 1.0 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
    2.0 binned
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    Number of SIM slots
    What it is: The number of physical SIM cards or eSIM profiles the device can support simultaneously.
    When it matters: When you need to manage two different phone numbers or travel internationally with a local SIM.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: ≥2

    2
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96% of smartphones.
    Cellular module
    What it is: The hardware component capable of connecting to mobile cellular networks for voice and data.
    When it matters: When you need to stay connected to calls and internet away from Wi-Fi.

    Importance: LOW

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
    5G connectivity
    What it is: Support for the fifth generation of mobile network technology, offering significantly faster data speeds and lower latency.
    When it matters: When you need the fastest possible mobile data speeds for streaming and downloading on the go.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
    LTE support
    What it is: Support for Long-Term Evolution (4G) networks, providing high-speed mobile data.
    When it matters: When you need reliable mobile internet coverage in areas where 5G isn't available.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
    Wi-Fi connectivity
    What it is: The ability to connect to wireless local area networks for internet access and local networking.
    When it matters: When you want to save mobile data and connect to home or public networks.

    Importance: HIGH

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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    Screen size
    What it is: The physical diagonal measurement of the display area, usually expressed in inches.
    When it matters: When you choose between a compact phone for one-handed use or a large screen for media.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: ≥6.6 inches

    6.74 inches
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is smaller than the screens of 65.6% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
    Screen resolution
    What it is: The total number of pixels displayed on the screen, expressed as width x height, determining sharpness.
    When it matters: When you want crisp text and sharp details in photos and videos.

    Importance: HIGH

    1240 x 2772 px
    Pixel density
    What it is: The concentration of pixels on the display, measured in pixels per inch (PPI), affecting image clarity.
    When it matters: When you want the image to look perfectly smooth with no visible pixels.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >400 ppi

    450 ppi
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The specific technology used for the screen panel (e.g., OLED, IPS LCD), influencing contrast, color, and efficiency.
    When it matters: When you care about vibrant colors, deep blacks, and battery efficiency.

    Importance: HIGH

    OLED/AMOLED
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
    Refresh rate
    What it is: The number of times per second the display updates the image, measured in Hertz (Hz); higher rates offer smoother motion.
    When it matters: When you want scrolling to feel fluid and games to look smoother.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: ≥120 Hz

    120 Hz
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
    When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5000 mAh

    5000 mAh
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a battery capacity of 5000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
    Charging speed
    What it is: The maximum power input supported for wired charging, measured in Watts (W).
    When it matters: When you are in a rush and need to top up your battery quickly.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >60 W

    80 W
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: In the context of modern electronics, "Fast Charging" refers to any technology that delivers power significantly higher than the traditional USB baseline. While the industry standard for a basic charger is 5W (5V at 1A), a charger is generally classified as a fast charger if it provides at least 18W of power.
    When it matters: When you want to minimize the time your phone spends tethered to a wall outlet.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    What it is: The time taken to charge the battery from 0% to 100% using the bundled or recommended charger, as measured by GSMArena.
    When it matters: When you want to know exactly how long it takes to charge from 0 to 100% in real-world tests.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <45 min

    ?
    Wireless charging
    What it is: The ability to charge the battery without cables by placing the device on a compatible charging pad.
    When it matters: When you prefer the convenience of dropping your phone on a pad without fumbling with cables.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    no
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not support wireless charging. 25.3% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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    Stereo speakers
    What it is: A setup involving two or more speakers to create a left-right audio separation for immersive sound.
    When it matters: When you watch videos or play games without headphones and want immersive sound.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    yes
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) includes stereo speakers. 64.5% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    What it is: A standard analog audio port for connecting wired headphones or auxiliary cables.
    When it matters: When you prefer using traditional wired headphones without dongles or adapters.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.4% of smartphones still offer this port.
    Number of microphones
    What it is: The total count of microphones on the device, used for audio recording, noise cancellation, and voice isolation.
    When it matters: When you want clear audio recording and better noise cancellation during calls.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: ≥3

    2
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
    FM radio
    What it is: A built-in receiver allowing users to listen to local FM radio stations using wired headphones as an antenna.
    When it matters: When you want to listen to local radio stations without using mobile data.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not include an FM radio. 33.7% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
    aptX Lossless
    What it is: A Bluetooth technology designed to deliver CD-quality audio without data loss during transmission.
    When it matters: When you demand CD-quality audio over Bluetooth with no loss of detail.

    Importance: LOW

    no
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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    Height
    What it is: The vertical dimension of the device.
    When it matters: When you are concerned about whether the phone will fit in your pocket or purse.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <162 mm

    162.6 mm
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The horizontal dimension of the device when held in portrait orientation.
    When it matters: When you care about how easy the phone is to grip and use with one hand.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <75 mm

    75.1 mm
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.
    When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <8 mm

    8.1 mm
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    What it is: The total mass of the smartphone, affecting how heavy it feels in the hand.
    When it matters: When you want a phone that feels light in your pocket or substantial in your hand.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <190 g

    193.5 g
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) weighs 193.5 g which is lighter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
    Device volume
    What it is: The calculated total volume of the device's physical body.
    When it matters: When you want to understand the overall physical bulk of the device.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <98cm³

    97200 cm³
    OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a device volume of 97200 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

    • Better processor
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 ).
      What it is: The central System-on-Chip (SoC) that houses the CPU, GPU, modem, and other core processing components.
      When it matters: When you want to know the specific engine powering your device's speed and features.

      Importance: HIGH

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 ).MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
    • 8 GB more RAM
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
      What it is: The amount of volatile memory available for running apps and multitasking.
      When it matters: When you use multiple apps at once or want smoother multitasking without reloads.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >12 GB

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
      What it is: A hardware mechanism that physically moves the camera lens or sensor to counteract hand shakiness and reduce blur in photos and videos.
      When it matters: When you want to reduce blur in photos and shake in videos, especially in low light.

      Importance: HIGH

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
    • 2.42x faster charging speed
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
      What it is: The maximum power input supported for wired charging, measured in Watts (W).
      When it matters: When you are in a rush and need to top up your battery quickly.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >60 W

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
      What it is: The highest amount of RAM that the device’s chipset or architecture can support, regardless of how much is actually installed.
      When it matters: When you are considering the long-term potential of the hardware platform.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: >16 GB

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    • 33.3% smaller process node
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
      What it is: The size of the manufacturing process used to create the chip's transistors, measured in nanometers (nm). Smaller nodes generally indicate more advanced, power-efficient chips.
      When it matters: When you want a chipset that is more power-efficient and generates less heat.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: <6 nm

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    • Newer DDR memory version
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5.0 vs 4.0). The average DDR version is 4.
      What it is: The generation of DDR (Double Data Rate) RAM used in the device (e.g., LPDDR4X, LPDDR5). Newer versions offer better speed and power efficiency.
      When it matters: When you want the latest balance of high speed and improved power efficiency.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: 5

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5.0 vs 4.0). The average DDR version is 4.5.0 vs 4.0
    • 13.9% higher pixel density
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (450 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
      What it is: The concentration of pixels on the display, measured in pixels per inch (PPI), affecting image clarity.
      When it matters: When you want the image to look perfectly smooth with no visible pixels.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >400 ppi

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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
    • Better processor
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9000 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 ).
    • 8 GB more RAM
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    • 33.3% smaller process node
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    • Newer DDR memory version
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5.0 vs 4.0). The average DDR version is 4.
    • 31.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,202 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    • 2.34x higher memory bandwidth
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • 27.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • 2 more memory channels
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    • 2.41x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,495 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    • 2.26x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (8,663 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    • 36.4% faster memory speed
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3750 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    • 29.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • 87.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2,302 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    • 18.3% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,114 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    • Allows app offloading
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) allows app offloading, the average smartphone does not. 47.9% of smartphones support this feature.
    • Has optical image stabilization
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
    • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • Supports laser autofocus
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
    • Supports HDR10 video recording
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 36.1% of smartphones support HDR10.
    • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • Has an infrared sensor
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
    • 13.9% higher pixel density
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (450 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    • Supports HDR10 support
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
    • Has an always-on display
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.1% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
    • 51.5% higher screen brightness
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    • 50% higher touch sampling rate
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    • 450 nits higher peak brightness
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1450 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    • 220.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) 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.
    • 2.42x faster charging speed
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    • 0.9 mm narrower
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) is narrower than the average smartphone (75.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.

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    • No live text recognition
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 51.1% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
    • No memory card slot
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.6% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
    • 0.07 inches smaller screen size
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    • Lower IP rating
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67 ). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    • 1.5 m shallower water resistance
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a shallower water resistance depth than the average smartphone (0 m vs 1.5 m). The average smartphone is resistant to 1.5 m.
    • Lower IP rating
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67 ). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
      What it is: A standardized code (Ingress Protection) indicating the device's resistance to dust and water intrusion.
      When it matters: When you want to know if your phone can survive a splash, a dunk, or a dusty environment.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67 ). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.IP54 vs IP67
    • 1.5 m shallower water resistance
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a shallower water resistance depth than the average smartphone (0 m vs 1.5 m). The average smartphone is resistant to 1.5 m.
      What it is: The maximum depth of water the device is certified to withstand for a specific duration.
      When it matters: When you take your phone near pools or deep water and want to know its limits.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: ≥1.5 m

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a shallower water resistance depth than the average smartphone (0 m vs 1.5 m). The average smartphone is resistant to 1.5 m.0.0 m vs 1.5 m
    • No memory card slot
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.6% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
      What it is: A physical slot, usually for microSD cards, allowing users to expand the device's storage capacity.
      When it matters: When you want to cheaply expand your storage for photos, music, and movies.

      Importance: LOW

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.6% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
    • No live text recognition
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 51.1% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
      What it is: A feature that can identify and extract text from images, camera viewfinder, or documents in real-time for copying, translating, or other actions.
      When it matters: When you need to quickly copy text from a physical document or sign using your camera.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 51.1% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
    • 0.07 inches smaller screen size
      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
      What it is: The physical diagonal measurement of the display area, usually expressed in inches.
      When it matters: When you choose between a compact phone for one-handed use or a large screen for media.

      Importance: MEDIUM

      Good value: ≥6.6 inches

      OnePlus Nord 3 5G (16GB + 256GB) has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
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    What customers 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 customers dislike 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.

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