The OnePlus Nord CE5 lands in the busy mid-range segment as a feature-dense option, pairing a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset with a 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display and unusually large battery capacities. Announced on July 8, 2025, it targets buyers who want flagship-style staples — fast charging, a high-refresh screen, and a 50MP main camera — without stepping up to premium pricing.
What makes the Nord CE5 stand out on paper is its regional split: a 5200mAh cell globally versus a sizeable 7100mAh Si/C battery in India, both backed by 80W wired charging. This article breaks down where the phone earns its keep, where it makes compromises, and which type of user it suits best, with all hardware claims best confirmed against the official OnePlus specs page.
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology: | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands: | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands: | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 – International |
| HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 – India | |
| 4G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 – International |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 – India | |
| 5G bands: | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA – International |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA – India | |
| Speed: | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Launch
| Announced: | 2025, July 08 |
| Status: | Available. Released 2025, July 08 |
Body
| Dimensions: | 163.6 x 76 x 8.2 mm (6.44 x 2.99 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight: | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| SIM: | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) |
Display
| Type: | Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1300 nits (HBM), 1430 nits (peak) |
| Size: | 6.77 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~89.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution: | 1080 x 2392 pixels (~387 ppi density) |
| Protection: | Mohs level 5 |
| Ultra HDR image support |
Platform
| OS: | Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
| Chipset: | Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Apex (4 nm) |
| CPU: | Octa-core (1×3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3×3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4×2.20 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU: | Mali G615-MC6 |
Memory
| Card slot: | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal: | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 |
Main Camera
| Dual: | 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm |
| Features: | LED flash, Ultra HDR, panorama |
| Video: | 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30/60/120/480fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
Selfie camera
| Single: | 16 MP, f/2.4, 23mm (wide), 1/3.0″, 1.0µm |
| Features: | Panorama |
| Video: | 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
Sound
| Loudspeaker: | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack: | No |
Comms
| WLAN: | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth: | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 |
| Positioning: | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC: | Yes |
| Infrared port: | Yes |
| Radio: | No |
| USB: | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors: | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Circle to Search |
Battery
| Type: | 5200 mAh (Global)Si/C Li-Ion 7100 mAh (India) |
| Charging: | 80W wired Bypass charging |
Misc
| Colors: | Marble Mist, Black Infinity, Nexus Blue |
| Models: | CPH2719 |
| SAR: | 1.20 W/kg (head) 0.91 W/kg (body) |
| Price: | € 330.38 / $ 605.00 / £ 249.00 / ₹ 24,998 |
Our Tests
| Performance: | AnTuTu: 1390121 (v10) GeekBench: 4006 (v6) 3DMark: 3033 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display: | 1231 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker: | -27.1 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery: | Active use score 14:42h |
EU LABEL
| Energy: | Class A |
| Battery: | 61:48h endurance, 1200 cycles |
| Free fall: | Class A (300 falls) |
| Repairability: | Class B |
Price and Availability
The One Plus Nord CE5 offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around €330, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the One Plus Nord CE5 converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of June 11, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $381
- Japan: ¥61,200
- United Kingdom: £285
- Australia: A$544
- Canada: C$532
- Taiwan: NT$12,073
- Denmark: kr2.466
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼1,430
- South Korea: ₩580,977
- Germany: €330
- Brazil: R$1.975
- Vietnam: ₫10.001.183
- Kenya: KSh 49,453
- India: ₹36,340
- Indonesia: Rp 6.832.162
- Nigeria: ₦516,151
- Pakistan: ₨106,147
- Philippines: ₱23,404
- Bangladesh: ৳৪৬,৮৩৮
Why Should You Consider the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Nord CE5’s appeal is its breadth. For a mid-range device it bundles an IP65 rating, NFC, an infrared port, a UFS 3.1 storage line-up, and 80W charging — a combination that many rivals at this price split across several models. OnePlus positions it as a do-it-all daily phone, and the spec sheet largely supports that pitch. Buyers should still verify market-specific variants and pricing on OnePlus’s official channels, since configuration and cost vary by region.
Design and Build
At 163.6 x 76 x 8.2mm and 199g, the Nord CE5 is a fairly standard large-screen phone, neither remarkably thin nor heavy for its class. The IP65 rating means it is dust tight and protected against low-pressure water jets — reassuring for everyday spills and rain, though it is not rated for submersion like IP68 devices. It ships in Marble Mist, Black Infinity, and Nexus Blue, with dual Nano-SIM support and a shared microSDXC slot for expandable storage.
Display Quality
The 6.77-inch Fluid AMOLED panel is one of the phone’s strongest assets. It runs at 120Hz with a 1080 x 2392 resolution (~387 ppi), supports HDR10+ and Ultra HDR images, and quotes brightness up to 1430 nits peak. In independent measurement the screen reached roughly 1231 nits, which is bright enough for confident outdoor visibility. Mohs level 5 hardness and a ~89.7% screen-to-body ratio round out a display that feels closer to upper-tier phones than its segment suggests.
Performance and Software
The Dimensity 8350 Apex (4nm) drives the Nord CE5, with an octa-core CPU led by a 3.35GHz Cortex-A715 core and a Mali G615-MC6 GPU. Reported benchmark figures — around 1,390,121 on AnTuTu v10 and 4006 on GeekBench v6 — point to strong upper-mid-range performance suitable for demanding apps and most games at high settings. It ships with Android 15 and ColorOS 15, and includes conveniences such as Circle to Search. Chipset details can be cross-checked with MediaTek’s official Dimensity information.
Camera System
The dual rear setup pairs a 50MP f/1.8 wide camera with OIS and a 1/1.95″ sensor alongside an 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide with a 112-degree field of view. Video tops out at 4K@30/60fps with HDR, gyro-EIS, and OIS, while the 16MP f/2.4 selfie camera handles 1080p video. This is a sensible, OIS-backed main camera rather than a multi-lens showcase, so expect dependable daylight and stabilized footage rather than telephoto reach.
Battery and Charging
Battery capacity is the headline difference between regions: 5200mAh globally and a notably larger 7100mAh Si/C Li-Ion cell in India, both supporting 80W wired charging with bypass charging. An active-use score of about 14:42h indicates strong longevity, and the EU energy label cites roughly 61:48h endurance with a 1200-cycle rating. Buyers in India in particular gain meaningful extra runtime, so confirm the exact capacity for your market before purchasing.
Connectivity
Connectivity is comprehensive for the class: Wi-Fi 6 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX HD and LHDC 5, NFC, an infrared port, and broad 5G band support across international and India variants. The trade-offs are a USB Type-C 2.0 port rather than a faster standard, no 3.5mm headphone jack, and no FM radio. Positioning covers GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, and QZSS.
Who Should Buy It?
The Nord CE5 suits users who want a bright high-refresh AMOLED, long battery life, and fast charging without paying flagship prices — especially in India, where the larger battery is a genuine advantage. It is less ideal for buyers who prioritize a versatile multi-camera array, fast wired data transfer, or full IP68 water resistance. For everyday performance, media, and endurance, it is a well-balanced pick.
Conclusion
The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a confident mid-range all-rounder: a bright 120Hz Fluid AMOLED, capable Dimensity 8350 Apex performance, OIS-equipped 50MP camera, and standout battery-and-charging credentials — particularly the larger 7100mAh India variant with 80W charging. Its compromises, chiefly USB 2.0 speeds, no headphone jack, and IP65 rather than IP68, are easy to accept at this price. If you want dependable daily performance with excellent endurance and don’t need a telephoto camera, the Nord CE5 is an easy recommendation; verify the exact variant, battery capacity, and pricing for your region on OnePlus’s official pages before buying.
Official references
- OnePlus Nord CE5 Specs – Official manufacturer specification page for the OnePlus Nord CE5; use as the main anchor for hardware, display, camera, battery, charging, connectivity, and variant details.
- OnePlus Nord CE5 Product Page – Official product page with launch positioning, feature claims, India pricing, color options, software-support claims, and key spec highlights.
- OnePlus India Support – Official support/service portal for checking product support, repair/service context, warranty-related information, and any available manuals or update guidance.
- MediaTek Dimensity Official Information (mediatek.com) – Official chipset manufacturer source for verifying Dimensity 8350 or Dimensity 8350 Apex platform details used by the phone.
- Bureau of Indian Standards CRS (crsbis.in) – Official Indian certification database useful for confirming device/model certification details for India-market smartphones when model identifiers are needed.
