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OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£340RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.77 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP

OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 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 CE5 (12GB + 256GB)
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

90%

7.7

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 82% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

★Better than 91%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

25%

8.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

8.8

Software

10%

8.2

Connectivity

4%

4.2

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–²Better than 80%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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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Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components:

25%

8.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

8.8

Software

10%

8.2

Connectivity

4%

4.2

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

7.7
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 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 80% of models
Popularity:
OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 80% of smartphones.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.1
Brand name
OnePlus
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex processor which is faster than processors in 80.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% 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
3.35 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.35 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 91.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
?
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
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
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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-SIMs (hybrid slot, can use one SIM and one microSD)
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
6.77 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.77 inches which is larger than the screens of 70.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2392 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2392 px which is lower than that of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
387 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 387 ppi which is lower than that of 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
7,100 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 7,100 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 91.1% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% 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
52 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 52 min which is faster than 63.9% of smartphones and equal to the time of 3.1% 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
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.58 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.58 mm which is shorter than 51% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.02 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.02 mm which is wider than 52.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.17 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.17 mm which is thinner than 58.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
199 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 199 g which is heavier than 55.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 3.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,104 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,104 cm³ which is larger than 58.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 42% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,100 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.
  • 39.6% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.35 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 7.7% 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 CE5
    the average smartphone
    OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.62 vs 8.000).
    8.62 vs 8
  • 10.2% better value for money
    OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.09 vs 7.3).
    8.09 vs 7.34
  • 54.5% more popular
    OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.4 vs 5.4).
    8.4 vs 5.44
  • 39.6% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.35 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 47.4% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1400 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,400 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5X
    5 vs 4
  • 26.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,615 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,615 vs 10,783
  • 39% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,309 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,309 vs 942
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,350 Apex vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 60.6% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,068 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,068 vs 2,533
  • 2.05x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,245 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,245 vs 608
  • 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 Toolbox 2, AI Summary, AI Translation, AI Writer, AI Reply, AI Voice Scribe, AI Call Assistant, AI Detail Boost, AI Unblur, AI Reflection Eraser, AI Eraser, AI Recompose
    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.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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
  • 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 website specifies this for the model, likely the one sold in some regions or a general comparison, but a specific review for the CE5 EU model mentions only general video recording
  • 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.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 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 an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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.
  • 0.1 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.
    6.77 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • 337.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1231 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,231 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 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
  • 430 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1430 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,430 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 42% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (7100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    7,100 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
  • 10 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (52 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    52 min vs 62 min
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (14:42 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    14:42 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 8.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (855 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    855 min vs 786 min
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 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
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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
  • 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 battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 13.8% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.9 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.9 vs 8
  • 2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (387 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    387 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    2.4
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 30.8% more expensive
    OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£340 vs £260).
    £340 vs £260
  • 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
  • 2.3% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (4000 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    4,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 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 battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    2.4
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 1 fewer external displays supported
    This smartphone supports fewer external displays than the average smartphone (0 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    0 vs 1
  • 2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (387 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    387 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2392 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2392 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 13.8% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.9 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.9 vs 8
  • 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
  • 1.4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (199 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    199 g vs 196.2 g

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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
04/08/2025
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moneycontrol.com
05/09/2025
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community.oneplus.com
01/07/2025
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thehindu.com
04/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 5 Review: Delivers exactly what it promises without being too flashy
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stuff.tv
15/09/2025
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The OnePlus Nord CE 5 proved a safe bet smartphone after weeks of testing – here's why that's a good thing
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smartzone.de
24/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE5 Review - Powerful and Affordable?
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pcwelt.de
30/07/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 5 Review: AI Smartphone with AMOLED Display and 120Hz for under 300 Euros
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lesmobiles.com
26/09/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE5 review: Mastering the essentials without the flash
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comparatel.fr
10/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE5 Review: Affordable but supported, sleek and with a good camera
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leclaireur.fnac.com
31/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 5 Hands-on: Power, Battery Life, and a Few Trade-offs
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itdaily.fr
21/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite review: endurance over power
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clubic.com
16/07/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE5 Review: A real game-changer for the mid-range market!
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frandroid.com
06/08/2025
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techzilla.it
24/07/2025
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tecnorecensioni.com
08/07/2025
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techprincess.it
05/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 5 Review: Cheap, but performs great
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gadgetgear.nl
01/07/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE5 Review: If Battery Life Is Your Top Priority
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itdaily.be
21/08/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 review: cardio over muscle
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androidworld.nl
28/07/2025
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 review: the most affordable OnePlus of the year
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tweakers.net
08/07/2025
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OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE5 – OnePlus is its own competition
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Verdict

The OnePlus Nord CE5 (12GB + 256GB variant) is a mid-range smartphone offering a strong balance of performance and battery life, featuring a 6.77-inch, 120Hz AMOLED display with 1430 nits peak brightness and a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex processor. Its main pros are the massive 7100mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging, a capable 50MP main camera with OIS that records 4K 60fps video, and a clean OxygenOS experience with four years of OS and six years of security updates. Primary cons include a single, mono speaker (no stereo sound), an underwhelming 8MP ultrawide camera, and a less durable plastic design with no included charging adapter in some regions.

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