OnePlus has launched quite a handful of mid-range Nord smartphones in India recently. Its latest offering, OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G, is launched in India at a starting price of Rs 24,999. While there are several smartphones in this already saturated mid-range segment, does this one manage to get the attention? Can you consider updating your daily driver to OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G? Does OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G live up to the OnePlus name? Check out this review to find out.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G: Design, display The new OnePlus device comes in two colour variants: Dark Chrome and Celadon Marble. I happened to review the Celadon Marble variant that has a polycarbonate back with a glossy finish. The green hue with a subtle marbled effect gives it a unique touch that you might not see in any other handset in this price segment. For me, it is a tall phone with a 6.7-inch display that looks big in my tiny hands, but that is subjective to users. The 2.8D finish at the back makes it smooth to the touch and helps the phone sit comfortably in your hand. Yes, you will get fingerprints because of the glossy finish, but the light colour does not highlight them.
One of the highlights of the smartphone is its IP54 rating which makes it resistant to dust and splashes. This is a welcome feature in a mid-range phone, offering some peace of mind against everyday mishaps. Interestingly, it also comes with an Aqua Touch feature, the same as the OnePlus 12, which allows you to use the display even if your fingers are wet. I checked this one, and it worked like a charm. Overall, it comes with a capable display and gorgeous design.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G: Camera OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G comes with a dual rear camera setup that includes a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra wide-angle lens. In broad daylight, the camera performs well by capturing decent details, maintaining colour accuracy, and making it fit for everyday use. However, it is not the same in the low-light settings. In dim light, you will notice hazy details with a noise creeping in. But, not a deal-breaker by any means.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G: Performance This OnePlus handset is powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset and offers 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The limited storage might be a deal-breaker with some buyers. In terms of performance, I did not notice any lag or heating issues while using the device. It is fairly capable of handling day-to-day tasks like scrolling through social media, clicking pictures, binge-watching on Netflix and playing light games like Candy Crush. Overall, it manages to handle most workloads without breaking a sweat. 8300 Ultra processor, Nothing Phone has an interesting design choice with Glyph design while Realme 13 Pro+ will give you great camera.