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OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.43 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

▼Worse than 84% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▼Worse than 84%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.4

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

▼Worse than 87%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

▲Better than 76%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

3.4

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

5.5
User score
User score
8.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

8.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.1 points, which is higher than 77.3% of smartphones.
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.9
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G processor which is faster than processors in 51.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% 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
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.3 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.3 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% 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.
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
6.43 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.43 inches which is smaller than the screens of 85% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
410 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 410 ppi which is higher than that of 69.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
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
159.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.2 mm which is shorter than 82.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
73.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.5 mm which is narrower than 87.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
170 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 170 g which is lighter than 93.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,249 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,249 cm³ which is smaller than 92.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (117 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    117 vs 99.5
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 13.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (170 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    170 g vs 196.2 g
  • 3.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (410 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    410 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 2.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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
    OnePlus Nord CE 5G
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.39 vs 8).
    8.39 vs 8
  • 48.9% more popular
    OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.1 vs 5.4).
    8.1 vs 5.44
  • 44.4% cheaper
    OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£180 vs £260).
    £180 vs £260
  • 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
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (410 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    410 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (117 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    117 vs 99.5
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 13.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (170 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    170 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.4 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.2 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.2 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 16.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81,249 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    81,249 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.24 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.43 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.95 vs 7.3).
    6.95 vs 7.34
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 20% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,625 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,625 vs 10,783
  • 33.3% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (8 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    8 nm vs 6 nm
  • 70.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,113 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,113 vs 3,825
  • 72.5% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (337 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    337 vs 1,226
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 25.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,891 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,891 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 12.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (824 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    824 vs 942
  • 25% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (3,072 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    3,072 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 16.6% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (824 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    824 vs 988
  • 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 location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.3 & 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/2.3 & 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/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.24 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.43 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 34.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (430 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    430 nits vs 660 nits
  • 286.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (607 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    607 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 393 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (607 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    607 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2021
    2021 vs 2024

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
TechteamGB
≈ estimated
17/12/2021
Long-term use · build, performance and value
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is the best budget smartphone you can buy right now if you can't afford a flagship.
8.0
Habil Sagar
≈ estimated
01/08/2021
Long-term review · a month of daily use and camera samples
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is best for buyers who want a clean interface and smooth use, while its camera and gaming trail rivals.
7.0
DKT tech
≈ estimated
24/07/2021
Long-term review · one month of daily use
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G has smooth performance and good battery life, but its camera falls behind better phones.
8.0
Lim Reviews
≈ estimated
04/07/2021
Long-term review · about a month of daily use
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is recommended for buyers who accept its price position, despite slow charging and weak haptics.
9.0
Pocket-lint
≈ estimated
29/06/2021
Hands-on review · performance, screen, camera and battery
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is fast, well designed and good value, and comfortably one of the best phones at this price.
8.0
GSMArena Official
≈ estimated
21/06/2021
Full review · camera, display, battery and performance tests
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a capable, well-balanced mid-range phone that stays competitive despite its camera and storage limits.
9.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
16/06/2021
Long-term test · one week as main phone
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G doesn't match the Poco F3's performance, but it is very well equipped for the price.
9.0
PhoneArena
≈ estimated
14/06/2021
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G feels like a great phone at a budget price, with weak haptics and a single speaker.
9.0
Gadgets 360
≈ estimated
14/06/2021
Hands-on review · design, software and camera tests
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is easy to recommend in the base variant, but the top variant is poor value for money.
5.0
Digit
≈ estimated
14/06/2021
Full review · camera, battery and competition analysis
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a decent mid-range option, but stronger rivals make it hard to recommend.
4.0
Hisham Fazeel
≈ estimated
15/07/2021
Long-term review · battery and camera tests · comparison with the original
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G is overpriced for its cost cuts, so it is hard to recommend despite a decent camera and battery.
8.0
Concept Creator
≈ estimated
14/06/2021
First look · unboxing and setup
Verdict
OnePlus Nord CE 5G looks like a compelling package, though its mono speaker is a letdown.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

theverge.com
24/06/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range Android phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G adds a headphone jack and a slimmer body, but feels less polished than the original Nord, the better option at its discounted price.
techradar.com
13/06/2021
Full review · Mid-range 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a vibrant 90Hz screen and reliable hardware, but its camera and plastic build fall behind rival phones.
cnet.com
18/06/2021
Hands-on review · Budget 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a budget phone with a deep blue back, sharp screen and everyday speed, though its processor is a step down from the last model.
digitaltrends.com
21/04/2022
Full review · Budget Android phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a low-cost phone with good battery life and fast charging, but Samsung's Galaxy A52 5G is the better buy.
digitalcitizen.life
26/09/2021
Full review · Fast-charging mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a thin, light mid-range phone with clean software and very fast charging, though 64MP photos process slowly.
digitalcameraworld.com
14/06/2021
Camera review · Budget 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G offers an excellent screen and decent daytime photos for the money, though low-light shots and ultra-wide corners fall short.
shortlist.com
15/06/2021
Hands-on review · Affordable 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G looks among the best at its price, with a headphone jack and a full day of battery, but its processor and back are downgrades.
androidcentral.com
18/07/2021
Full review · Mid-range Android phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a vibrant 90Hz screen and reliable hardware, but its camera and plastic build fall behind rival phones.
expertreviews.co.uk
30/12/2021
Full review · Budget 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a well-rounded budget phone with a great screen and long battery life, though its cameras are only acceptable and its graphics trail the original Nord.
pocket-lint.com
14/06/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a fast, nicely made phone with a good screen and camera, but dropping the alert slider makes it blend in with rivals.
techadvisor.com
21/06/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a capable all-rounder with excellent battery life, but its camera is average and the original Nord still makes more sense at a similar price.
gsmarena.com
10/09/2022
Lab test · Camera and battery
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a compact, well-rounded 5G phone with quick charging, but it faces fierce competition at its price.
trustedreviews.com
14/06/2021
Hands-on review · Camera and screen
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a small, good-looking phone with a good 90Hz OLED screen, but its camera is only average and the older Nord beats it there.
notebookcheck.net
17/07/2021
Lab test · Benchmark comparison
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a budget-friendly Nord that matches the Oppo Find X3 Lite in benchmarks but falls well behind Snapdragon 870 phones in graphics.
xda-developers.com
15/06/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a smooth, clean-software mid-range phone with great battery life, but gaming and wide-angle photos hold it back.
lbtechreviews.com
07/05/2026
Hands-on review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G matches its predecessor on performance and screen, adds a bigger battery and headphone jack, but loses the dual selfie camera.
lesnumeriques.com
14/06/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a light, compact phone with a well-calibrated screen, solid battery and smooth performance, but its camera trails and it is not waterproof.
frandroid.com
14/06/2021
Full review · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a lighter, stripped-down version of the Nord that keeps the core experience people liked in the original.
tomsguide.fr
21/06/2014
Lab test · Compact 5G phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is a light, compact phone with a good OLED screen and good photos, though its processor is weaker than the original Nord's.
top-for-phone.fr
21/09/2007
Hands-on test · Mid-range phone
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE is a comfortable, well-built phone with a strong AMOLED screen, though its single speaker is only passable.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Impressively zippy and reliable performance for daily use and even some gaming.
  • Beautiful 90Hz AMOLED display with vibrant colors and excellent contrast.
  • Excellent, long battery life that can last a full day to a day and a half with mixed use.
  • Very fast Warp Charge 30T Plus charging (0-70% in 30 minutes).
  • Lightweight and comfortable to hold design.
  • Clean, smooth, and user-friendly OxygenOS software with minimal bloatware.
  • Inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, a feature missing on some other OnePlus phones.
  • Good value for the price point, offering a solid all-around experience for a budget-conscious user.
  • The main 64MP camera performs capably in good daylight conditions, capturing detailed photos.

What customers don't like about OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB)

  • Terrible, vague vibration/haptic motor that can be annoying.
  • Camera performance is inconsistent, with photos sometimes having muted/dull colors, and struggles in low light.
  • Video recording quality is not great and lacks dynamic range and detail.
  • Features only a single, bottom-firing speaker that lacks depth and clarity (not stereo).
  • Lack of the signature OnePlus alert slider, a popular physical feature on other models.
  • Polycarbonate (plastic) build and lack of Gorilla Glass protection on the screen makes it feel less premium and potentially less durable than some rivals.
  • No official IP rating for water/dust resistance (though some newer versions are IP65 rated).
  • Some users reported performance hitches or hanging issues with heavy use or over time.

Verdict

The OnePlus Nord CE 5G (8GB + 128GB) is a slim, mid-range 5G smartphone delivering a smooth user experience with its 6.43-inch, 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display and Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G processor. Key hardware includes 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB of UFS 2.1 storage, a versatile 64MP triple-rear camera system (plus 8MP ultrawide and 2MP mono lenses), and a 4,500mAh battery with rapid 30W Warp Charge 30T Plus, which charges from 0 to 70% in 30 minutes. It runs on the clean, near-stock OxygenOS based on Android 11 and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, a popular feature with many users. Pros include excellent battery life, snappy performance for daily tasks and light gaming, and a lightweight, comfortable design. The primary cons are the use of a single, bottom-firing mono speaker (no stereo sound), an underwhelming selfie camera, the lack of an alert slider (a signature OnePlus feature), and no official IP water resistance rating.

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