Oneplus Nord 5

Oneplus Nord 5 Summary

The OnePlus Nord 5 launched in India on July 8, 2025, marking a significant step forward for the Nord series. It featured the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, making it the first Nord phone to pack an 8-series processor. The device boasted a large 6.83 inch AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, which delivered vibrant colors and fluid visuals. Its design combined glass and metal, giving it a premium feel, and the traditional alert slider was replaced by a new programmable Plus Key, adding customization options.

In terms of cameras, the Nord 5 offered a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization and an 8MP ultrawide lens, while the 50MP front camera captured sharp selfies and supported 4K video recording. The phone’s 6,800mAh battery provided excellent endurance, easily lasting over a day on a single charge, and the 80W fast charging ensured quick top-ups.

Running OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15, it came with smart features like Plus Mind and AI VoiceScribe, and promised four years of software updates. Priced starting at Rs 31,999, the OnePlus Nord 5 stood out as a well-rounded device that balanced performance, battery life, and camera capabilities for its segment.