OnePlus has launched a new phone in its Nord series – the OnePlus Nord 5 5G. As always, the Nord lineup comes with value-for-money features, and this time too the expectations are high. Design, performance, camera and charging – there are upgrades everywhere.

Let’s see if the Nord 5 5G is worthy of becoming your next phone or not.

✨ Design & Build Quality: Sleek, Premium & Nord Vibes

The design of OnePlus Nord 5 is quite minimalistic and elegant. The phone feels light and solid in the hand.

Glass back with matte finish

Slim bezels with punch-hole camera

IP54 rating for splash protection

Available in Arctic Sky Blue, Matte Black & more shades

The rear camera module is a bit bold, but overall the phone looks premium as per the mid-range segment.

🔋 Display: Smooth & Bright Visuals

OnePlus Nord 5 comes with a vibrant AMOLED display that doubles the fun of viewing content.

6.74″ AMOLED Display

1.5K Resolution + 120Hz Refresh Rate

Peak Brightness: 1600 nits

HDR10+ support for Netflix, Prime Video, etc.

Be it gaming or binge-watching, the display feels crisp & buttery smooth.

⚙️ Performance: Fast & Fluid

Under the hood, the Nord 5 has a powerful chipset that is perfect for daily usage, and gaming also runs smoothly.

Processor: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3

RAM: 8GB/12GB LPDDR5X

Storage: 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1

OS: OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14

Apps open fast, multitasking is seamless, and overall performance feels quite responsive. The clean UI of OxygenOS further enhances the experience.

🎮 Gaming & Heating: Cool & Stable

Vapor chamber cooling system

BGMI, COD Mobile, Asphalt 9 can be easily operated at high settings

There is no issue of frame drop or lag

Haptic feedback is also quite impressive

📸 Camera: Balanced Clicks With AI Boost

In Nord 5 you get dual rear camera setup which performs quite well for daily photography.

50MP Sony IMX890 Main Sensor (OIS)

8MP Ultra-wide

16MP Selfie Camera

Daylight photos are vibrant and sharp. Decent output is also available in low light, but a little noise can occur.
4K 60fps is supported in video recording with OIS, which gives shake-free videos.

🔋 Battery & Charging: Lightning Fast

Battery: 5500mAh

Charging: 100W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging

0 to 100% in just ~30 minutes

1 day of heavy usage is easily overcome

And yes – charger is available in the box. 😄

🔐 Other Features: Smart Touches

• In-display fingerprint sensor
• Dual Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos
• 5G support (13+ bands)
• WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
• No headphone jack (as expected)

💰 Price in India (Expected/Approx):

• 8GB + 128GB: ₹25,999
• 12GB + 256GB: ₹27,999
  (May vary slightly based on offers)

✅ Final Verdict: Should you buy OnePlus Nord 5?

OnePlus Nord 5 is a perfect package under ₹30K. Smooth performance, clean UI, strong battery life and stylish design are available. Camera could have been a little better, but overall value for money.

Pros:
✔️ AMOLED display with 120Hz
✔️ Clean & smooth OxygenOS
✔️ 100W fast charging
✔️ Decent cameras & stereo speakers

Cons:
❌ No headphone jack
❌ No microSD card slot
❌ Camera performance in low-light could be better

📢What is your plan?

Are you planning to buy OnePlus Nord 5? Or are you already using it? Do share your feedback in the comments below – and if you have any questions, you can ask them too!