OnePlus Nord 5 price in India

 OnePlus Nord CE 5 & Nord 5 Launching July 8 in India: Expected Price, Specs & How They Compare

By Rahul

21 June 2025

OnePlus is set to unveil two new budget-friendly smartphones—the **Nord CE 5 and Nord 5**—on **July 8, 2024**, in India. These devices aim to dominate the **₹20,000–30,000 segment**, competing with the **Redmi Note 13 Pro, Realme 12 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy A35**.  

In this **comprehensive preview**, we’ll cover:  

✔ **OnePlus Nord CE 5 & Nord 5 launch details**  

✔ **Expected price in India & early offers**  

✔ **Leaked specifications (display, processor, camera, battery)**  

✔ **How they compare to rivals**  

✔ **Who should wait for these phones?**  

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## **1. Launch Date & Expected Price in India**  

- **Launch Date:** **July 8, 2024** (12 PM IST).  

- **Where to Watch:** OnePlus India’s YouTube channel & Amazon India (exclusive partner).  

- **Expected Price:**  

  - **OnePlus Nord CE 5:** **₹22,999 (8GB+128GB), ₹24,999 (12GB+256GB)**  

  - **OnePlus Nord 5:** **₹27,999 (8GB+128GB), ₹29,999 (12GB+256GB)**  

- **Early Bird Offers:**  

  - **₹2,000 instant discount** (ICICI, HDFC cards).  

  - **Free OnePlus Buds Z2** (worth ₹3,999).  

**Why This Matters?**  

The **Nord CE 5** targets the **affordable 5G segment**, while the **Nord 5** offers **premium features at a mid-range price**.  

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## **2. OnePlus Nord CE 5: Expected Specifications**  

| **Feature** | **Nord CE 5** |  

|---------------------|--------------|  

| **Display** | **6.7" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz** |  

| **Processor** | **Snapdragon 7 Gen 3** |  

| **RAM/Storage** | 8GB/12GB LPDDR4X + 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 |  

| **Rear Camera** | **50MP (OIS) + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro** |  

| **Front Camera** | **16MP** |  

| **Battery & Charging** | **5,500mAh + 80W SuperVOOC** |  

| **Software** | **OxygenOS 14 (Android 14)** |  

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## **3. OnePlus Nord 5: Expected Specifications**  

| **Feature** | **Nord 5** |  

|---------------------|-----------|  

| **Display** | **6.74" 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz** |  

| **Processor** | **Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3** |  

| **RAM/Storage** | 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 + 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 |  

| **Rear Camera** | **50MP (OIS) + 8MP ultra-wide + 32MP telephoto (2x zoom)** |  

| **Front Camera** | **32MP** |  

| **Battery & Charging** | **5,000mAh + 100W SuperVOOC** |  

| **Software** | **OxygenOS 14 (Android 14)** |  

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## **4. Key Highlights of Nord CE 5 & Nord 5**  

### **A. Nord CE 5 – Affordable 5G Performance**  

✔ **Snapdragon 7 Gen 3** – Smooth multitasking, efficient 5G.  

✔ **80W fast charging** – 0-50% in **22 minutes**.  

✔ **OxygenOS 14** – Clean, bloat-free software.  

### **B. Nord 5 – Premium Mid-Ranger**  

✔ **Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3** – Near-flagship performance.  

✔ **1.5K AMOLED display** – Sharper than FHD+.  

✔ **100W charging** – Full charge in **26 minutes**.  

✔ **32MP telephoto lens** – Rare in this price range.  

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## **5. How They Compare to Competitors**  

| **Feature** | **Nord CE 5** | **Nord 5** | **Redmi Note 13 Pro** | **Realme 12 Pro** |  

|------------------|--------------|-----------|----------------------|------------------|  

| **Price** | ₹22,999 | ₹27,999 | ₹25,999 | ₹26,999 |  

| **Processor** | Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Dimensity 7200 Ultra | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |  

| **Display** | 120Hz AMOLED | 1.5K AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED |  

| **Zoom Camera** | ❌ No telephoto | ✅ 32MP (2x) | ❌ No telephoto | ✅ 50MP (3x) |  

| **Charging** | 80W | 100W | 67W | 67W |  

**Best For?**  

✅ **Performance:** Nord 5 (Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is fastest).  

✅ **Value:** Nord CE 5 (cheaper than rivals).  

✅ **Zoom Photography:** Realme 12 Pro (3x telephoto).  

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## **6. Who Should Buy the Nord CE 5 or Nord 5?**  

### **Buy Nord CE 5 If:**  

✔ You want a **smooth 120Hz AMOLED display under ₹25K**.  

✔ You prioritize **battery life (5,500mAh)**.  

### **Buy Nord 5 If:**  

✔ You need **flagship-like performance** (Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3).  

✔ You care about **1.5K resolution and 100W charging**.  

### **Skip If:**  

❌ You want **long-range zoom** (Realme 12 Pro is better).  

❌ You prefer **MIUI/Realme UI’s features** over OxygenOS.  

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## **7. Final Verdict: OnePlus’s Best Budget Phones Yet?**  

**Nord CE 5 (Rating: 8/10)**  

✔ **Pros:** Great display, 80W charging, clean software.  

❌ **Cons:** No telephoto, plastic frame.  

**Nord 5 (Rating: 9/10)**  

✔ **Pros:** Elite performance, 1.5K screen, 100W charging.  

❌ **Cons:** Pricier than Redmi/Realme rivals.  

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### **Where to Buy?**  

- **Amazon India (Exclusive):** [Pre-register now](https://www.amazon.in)  

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