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OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.83 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP

OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 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 5 (8GB + 256GB)
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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.
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

★Better than 91% of smartphones
8.4

Value for money

Value for money
8.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

★Better than 98%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

★Better than 90%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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.
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 82%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

9.5

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

8.1
User score
User score
8.6/ 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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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
7.6/ 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 71% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 7.6 points, which is higher than 70.5% of smartphones.
7.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.4/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

8.4
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 89% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% 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
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 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15 (with OxygenOS 15)
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives 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
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 46.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 52.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.2% 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.
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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.
2 Nano-SIM (no eSIM in India, some regions may have 1 Nano-SIM + 1 eSIM?)
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
6.83 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.83 inches which is larger than the screens of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1272x 2800 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1272x2800 px which is higher than that of 86.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% 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
?
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,800 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,800 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 85.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% 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
60 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 60 min which is faster than 52% of smartphones and equal to the time of 6.1% of smartphones.
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
163.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.4 mm which is shorter than 52.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
77 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77 mm which is wider than 72.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% 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
211 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 211 g which is heavier than 74% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
100,408 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 100,408 cm³ which is larger than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
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OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 36% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 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
  • 2.1x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1977 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,977 vs 942
  • 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
  • 42.31x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (161,836 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    161,836 vs 3,825
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1272x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1272x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 14.5% better value for money
    OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.4 vs 7.3).
    8.4 vs 7.34
  • 7.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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 5
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.60 vs 8.000).
    8.6 vs 8
  • 40.3% more popular
    OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.63 vs 5.4).
    7.63 vs 5.44
  • 2.1x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1977 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,977 vs 942
  • 42.31x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (161,836 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    161,836 vs 3,825
  • 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
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.0 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2.0 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.
    LPDDR5
    5 vs 4
  • 15.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1100 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,100 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 2.56x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,134 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,134 vs 1,226
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 25% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7.5 W vs 6 W
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, AI Call Assistant, AI Recompose, AI Writer, AI Unblur, AI Plus Mind, Mind Space, AI Detail Boost, AI Reflection Eraser
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 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
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x120 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
    OnePlus flagship phones like the OnePlus 13 series and some high-end variants of Nord series offer it, the Nord 5 supports recording in 4K at 60 fps/30 fps with Dolby Vision according to oneplus.in, though the standard global specs on oneplus.com do not explicitly list it in the main specs section, only in the comparison page with flagship models, making regional availability or specific model variation likely
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 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 a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 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 (1272x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1272x2800 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.16 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.83 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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 Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 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.
  • 800 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 36% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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 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.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 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
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 15% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.8 vs 8
  • 7.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (211 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    211 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77 mm vs 76 mm
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP65 vs IP67
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 15% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.8 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.8 vs 8
  • 7.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (211 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
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  • 1 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
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  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP65 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
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08/07/2025
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29/08/2025
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What we like about OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Fast, smooth, and highly customizable OxygenOS software with a commitment to four major OS and six years of security updates.
  • Excellent performance powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, handling multitasking and gaming smoothly without significant heating issues.
  • Long battery life, especially the 6800 mAh version in some regions (such as India), with many users reporting up to two days of use or 9-10 hours of screen-on time.
  • Fast 80W SUPERVOOC wired charging that can top up the large battery quickly, often in under an hour.
  • A large, bright (up to 1800 nits peak brightness), and vibrant 1.5K AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, providing a great experience for media consumption and gaming.
  • Main and selfie cameras produce excellent photos and 4K 60fps video in good lighting conditions, with OIS on the main sensor for stability.
  • Clean, premium-feeling design with a glass back and an IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance.
  • Strong cellular connectivity and clear, loud stereo speakers.
  • Useful software features like the customizable Plus Key, AI tools (AI Call Assistant, Mind Space), and multitasking features.

What we don't like about OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB)

  • The ultra-wide camera is considered average or 'meh' by several users and performs poorly in low light.
  • The traditional alert slider, an iconic OnePlus feature, has been replaced by a customizable 'Plus Key,' which many users miss.
  • The build material has shifted from an aluminum frame on the predecessor to a plastic one on the Nord 5, which some reviewers note feels less premium.
  • The display's advertised 144Hz refresh rate doesn't apply to all apps or games, often running at 120Hz in the system UI and lacking high refresh rate (HRR) gaming support in some titles.
  • Storage speed has been downgraded from UFS 4.0 in the previous model (Nord 4) to UFS 3.1 in the Nord 5.
  • Some users report the phone is large, heavy, and can be uncomfortable to hold with one hand.
  • Despite the large battery capacity, some users experienced battery draining and occasional overheating issues, though others found a software update fixed this.
  • Some users encountered software bugs, such as the camera app freezing or issues with specific Google apps after updates.

Verdict

The OnePlus Nord 5 (8GB + 256GB variant) is a well-balanced mid-range smartphone featuring flagship-grade performance driven by the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Its main characteristics include a large 6.83-inch, 1.5K (2800 x 1272 pixel) Swift AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and up to 1800 nits peak brightness, making it excellent for gaming and media consumption. The phone boasts a massive 6,800mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging, a 50MP primary rear camera with OIS, and a 50MP front camera, both capable of 4K 60fps video recording. Pros include its impressive performance, excellent display quality, long battery life, and a robust software support guarantee (4 OS updates, 6 years of security updates); however, cons involve a shift to a plastic frame from its predecessor's metal design, an average 8MP ultra-wide camera, an IP65 rating (splash resistant, not submersible), the absence of wireless charging support, and a slower USB 2.0 port.

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