OnePlus256 GB
13
6.82″ · LTPO 4.1 ProXDR · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Black Eclipse · UK 5011111074Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026OnePlus 13 vs OnePlus Nord 5
Black Eclipse
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the 13 if…
- you want a larger battery: 6,000 vs 5,200 mAh Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want higher rated wired charging power: 100 vs 80 W Source: OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Nord 5 if…
- you want a higher maximum refresh rate: 144 vs 120 Hz Source: OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 50 vs 32 MP Source: OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a longer published security-update window: until July 2031 vs January 2031 Source: OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
OnePlus256 GB
Nord 5
6.83″ · Swift AMOLED · 144 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Phantom Grey · UK 5011113305Full product profile
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Main camera aperture
A variable aperture gives physical control over light and depth of field. It does not establish measured photo quality.
Nord 5
2 g lighter.
Published device weight, without a case.
- 13
- 213g
- Nord 5
- 211g
Schematic balance · not a physical simulation
Nord 5
0.01″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- 13
- 6.82″
- Nord 5
- 6.83″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- 13
- 3×
- Nord 5
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- 13
- Not verified
- Nord 5
- Not verified
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
25 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Main camera aperture
In Visual facts131.6 f-number
Nord 51.8 f-number
Sources
13
Main (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
Main rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsA variable aperture gives physical control over light and depth of field. Aperture alone does not establish photo quality.
Chipset
In Visual facts13Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Nord 5Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Front camera autofocus
13No
Nord 5Yes
Sources
Keep rear and front camera capabilities separate. A recording mode, autofocus or stabilisation feature can matter for your use; it does not establish independently tested image quality.
UK typical battery capacity
In Visual facts136000 mAh
Nord 55200 mAh
Sources
13
Typical capacity of the serial dual-cell pack (2 × 3000 mAh); rated 2 × 2920 mAh. Not a measured runtime.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
UK manufacturer typical capacity: 5200 mAh (19.81 Wh); rated capacity is also 5200 mAh. Single non-removable cell.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Wired charging power
13100 W
Nord 580 W
Sources
13
OnePlus's 1–100% in 36 minutes lab test used the official SUPERVOOC Power Adapter with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
SUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
13Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 3x optical (f/2.6, OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP (f/2.0); Front: 32 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Nord 5Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 50 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Sources
13
Main: Sony LYT-808, 1/1.4", 23 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: Sony LYT-600, 1/1.95", 73 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Ultra-wide: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 15 mm equivalent, 120°, EIS, autofocus. Front: Sony IMX615, 1/2.74", fixed focus, 4K at up to 60 fps. Dolby Vision recording at 4K 60/30 fps.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
Main: Sony LYT-700 (IMX906) sensor with autofocus. Ultra-wide: OV08D10, f/2.2, autofocus. Front: Samsung ISOCELL JN5, f/2.0, autofocus, records 4K at 60 fps. OnePlus lists no telephoto lens; zoom is digital (0.6× to 20×).
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Show 19 more verified differences
Display specification
136.82-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 3168 × 1440; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak
Nord 56.83-inch Swift AMOLED; 2800 × 1272; up to 144 Hz; 1800 nits peak
Sources
13
510 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Ceramic Guard cover glass; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology (for example AMOLED) on the UK specification page.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness. 450 ppi; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. The active refresh rate depends on content and app support.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Maximum refresh rate
13120 Hz
Nord 5144 Hz
Sources
Nord 5
Refresh varies with content and supported applications.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Declared high-brightness mode
131600 nits
Nord 51400 nits
Sources
Nord 5
Manufacturer HBM claim; not an independently measured peak or a guarantee for every image.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
1312 GB
Nord 58 GB
Sources
Nord 5
Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus Nord 5 Phantom Grey 8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Storage technology
13UFS 4.0
Nord 5UFS 3.1
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update policy
13Security updates until 7 January 2031
Nord 5At least 4 Android OS upgrades; security updates until 8 July 2031
Sources
13
End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade count.
OnePlus UK product security update periodNord 5
Security schedule is model-specific; regional timing and patch availability can vary. Android upgrade counts and security coverage are different commitments.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Wi-Fi support
13Wi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 160 MHz at 5 GHz, 320 MHz at 6 GHz
Nord 5Wi-Fi 6; 2×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz up to 160 MHz
Sources
Nord 5
Router, local regulations and network settings affect availability. OnePlus does not list 6 GHz support.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
136000 mAh (typical); 100 W wired, 50 W wireless
Nord 55200 mAh; 80 W wired, 5 W wired reverse
Sources
13
Serial dual-cell battery: typical 2 × 3000 mAh (22.92 Wh), rated 2 × 2920 mAh (22.31 Wh). OnePlus lab tests: 100% in 36 minutes with the official SUPERVOOC adapter and 50% in 34 minutes with the 50 W AIRVOOC magnetic charger, from 1% with the screen off at 25 °C. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
Typical and rated capacity 5200 mAh (19.81 Wh), single non-removable cell. 80 W SUPERVOOC or 18 W PD (55 W PPS) with a compatible charger and cable; bypass charging is supported. Capacity is not a measured battery-life result.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Display resolution
133168 × 1440
Nord 52800 × 1272
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Fingerprint sensor
13Ultrasonic
Nord 5In-display
Sources
Nord 5
OnePlus does not say whether the in-display sensor is optical or ultrasonic.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
1332 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
Nord 550 MP Samsung JN5, f/2.0, autofocus
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Panel technology
13LTPO 4.1 ProXDR
Nord 5Swift AMOLED
Sources
13
OnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed peak brightness
134500 nits
Nord 51800 nits
Sources
13
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
OnePlus lists 1800 nits peak, 1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel density
13510 ppi
Nord 5450 ppi
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Pixel density
13510 ppi
Nord 5450 ppi
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
133
Nord 52
Sources
13
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen size
136.82 in
Nord 56.83 in
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Published security update end date
132031-01-07
Nord 52031-07-08
Sources
13
Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
OnePlus UK product security update periodNord 5
Published security period; delivery can vary by region/model and chip-supplier patch availability. This does not promise monthly updates or Android version upgrades.
OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
USB connection
13USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Nord 5USB 2.0 Type-C
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
13162.9 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm (height × width × depth); Black Eclipse finish
Nord 5163.41 × 77.04 × 8.1 mm (height × width × depth); Phantom Grey finish
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (4)
Height
13162.9 mm
Nord 5163.41 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
138.5 mm
Nord 58.1 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
13213 g
Nord 5211 g
Sources
13
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
Approximately 211 g; the screen protector may add about 3 g. Manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
1376.5 mm
Nord 577.04 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
1312 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage
Nord 58 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
13
The UK store also lists a 16 GB + 512 GB Arctic Dawn configuration, which is a separate SKU. Usable storage is lower after system files.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13 store configurationsNord 5
UFS 3.1 storage. Usable storage is lower after system files.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus Nord 5 Phantom Grey 8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
13UK model; dual nano-SIM plus eSIM; 5G
Nord 5UK model; dual nano-SIM (Dual SIM Dual Active); no eSIM; 5G
Sources
13
UK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. eSIM availability depends on the carrier. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2655, e.g. 12 GB + 256 GB Ebony Eclipse, SKU 5011111156); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus US OnePlus 13 store configurationsNord 5
UK specification. LTE 4×4 MIMO up to DL Cat 19 (1600 Mbps) / UL Cat 18 (200 Mbps), depending on carrier support. Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/42; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n75/n77/n78. Network connectivity varies with the carrier's network and service deployment. US carrier compatibility and availability are not covered.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (62)
Rear camera optical stabilisation
13Yes
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
OIS is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras; the ultra-wide lists EIS only.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
13Yes
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Autofocus is listed for the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide cameras.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
The front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bypass charging
13Not verified
Nord 5Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Compatible power setup and software are required; no measured temperature or battery-health gain is claimed.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory card support
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
The UK specification lists a dual nano-SIM slot and does not mention a memory card slot either way.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
OnePlus's UK specification has no memory-card entry for the Nord 5, so card support is neither confirmed nor excluded.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
13Not verified
Nord 5No
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
13Not verified
Nord 56 years
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Six years of security updates from the launch date.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
13Not verified
Nord 54 upgrades
Sources
13
OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesNord 5
At least four Android OS upgrades; the preinstalled version is not counted.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published operating system
13Not verified
Nord 5OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Alert Slider
13Yes
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Listed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Aqua Touch
13Not verified
Nord 5Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Manufacturer touch-input feature; it does not indicate waterproofing, and accuracy gains have not been independently tested.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UK rated battery capacity
13Not verified
Nord 55200 mAh
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer charging test
131% to 100% in 36 minutes (100 W wired); up to 50% in 34 minutes (50 W wireless)
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
OnePlus Test Laboratory, 18 November 2024: ambient and starting phone temperature 25 °C ± 1 °C, screen off, Smart Rapid Charging on. Actual results vary.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Declared HDR playback formats
13Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5
OnePlus lists 'HDR10/HDR10+' inside its audio-format row rather than as a display or video playback feature, so the supported HDR playback formats are unclear. The display is described as Swift AMOLED with Ultra HDR support.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection
13IP68 / IP69
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesNord 5
OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages give no IP dust or water rating for the Nord 5, so its rating is unknown rather than confirmed as unrated.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Open Canvas multitasking
13Not verified
Nord 5Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published operating system
13OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Operating system at launch as listed; OnePlus says it may be updated.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
133×
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Plus Key
13Not verified
Nord 5Yes
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
13Not verified
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
13Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · Compass · Acceleration sensor · Gyroscopes · Ultrasonic fingerprint · Hall sensor · Laser focus sensor · Spectral sensors · Infrared remote control · Barometer
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
Complete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Advertised software tools
13Not verified
Nord 5AI translation, image editing, Mind Space and on-device AI Search
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Some functions depend on region, installed software, internet access and an account. Check AI output. AI Search is English-only at launch and searches the first 1,000 saved files and notes, up to 30,000 characters in each.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 features and test restrictionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio — Speaker features
13Not verified
Nord 5Dual stereo speakers; noise cancellation
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts
13Not verified
Nord 5Gesture and on-screen navigation; Plus Key
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Flash
13Not verified
Nord 5LED
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front Camera
13Not verified
Nord 5Samsung ISOCELL JN5 sensor; sensor size 1/2.75"; 50 MP; 5P lens; 0.64 µm pixels; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 21 mm equivalent; autofocus; f/2.0; 90° field of view
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front shooting modes
13Not verified
Nord 5Face Unlock, Photo, Video, Portrait, Nightscape Selfie, Panorama Selfie, Dual-view Video, Time-lapse, Slo-mo, Retouch, Screen Flash
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Front video modes
13Not verified
Nord 54K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps (beautification only at 1080p 30 fps or 720p 30 fps); steady mode: 1080p at 60 fps
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Main Camera
13Not verified
Nord 5Sony LYT-700 CMOS (aka IMX906); sensor size 1/1.56"; 50 MP; 1.0 µm pixels; 6P lens; tri-axis optical image stabilisation; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 24 mm equivalent; f/1.8; 84° field of view; autofocus
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Rear shooting modes
13Not verified
Nord 5Photo, Video, Portrait, Nightscape, Pro Mode, Panorama, Cinematic, Slo-mo, Long Exposure, Dual-view Video, Time-lapse, Text-scanner, Hi-Res Mode, Tilt-shift, Google Lens
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Rear video modes
13Not verified
Nord 54K at 60/30 fps; 1080p at 60/30 fps; 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (default), 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; digital zoom up to 18×; dual-view video: 1080p at 30 fps; video zoom: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; cinematic: 3840 × 1644 at 30 fps; video editor
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Ultra-Wide
13Not verified
Nord 5OV08D10 sensor; sensor size 1/4"; 8 MP; 1.12 µm pixels; 5P lens; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 15 mm equivalent; f/2.2; 116° field of view; autofocus; macro from 3.5 cm
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera — Zoom
13Not verified
Nord 50.6× to 20× digital zoom
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Bluetooth
13Not verified
Nord 5Bluetooth 5.4; codecs: aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Dual SIM
13Not verified
Nord 5Yes (with Dual SIM Dual Active support)
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — eSIM
13Not verified
Nord 5No
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — LTE
13Not verified
Nord 5GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD: bands 38/39/40/41/42; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n75/n77/n78
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Network connectivity may vary with the carrier's network and service deployment.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — LTE/LTE-A
13Not verified
Nord 54×4 MIMO; up to DL Cat 19 / UL Cat 18 (1600 Mbps / 200 Mbps), depending on carrier support
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — NFC
13Not verified
Nord 5NFC enabled
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Positioning
13Not verified
Nord 5GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity — Wi-Fi
13Not verified
Nord 52×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 160 MHz; Wi-Fi 6; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions — Published measurements
13Not verified
Nord 5Height 163.41 mm; width 77.04 mm; thickness 8.1 mm; weight 211 g
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Features
13Not verified
Nord 5Nature tone display; Eye comfort; Bed time mode; Screen colour mode; Colour personalisation; Colour vision enhancement; Auto brightness; Manual brightness; Screen colour temperature; Night mode; Multi-brightness colour calibration
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Parameters
13Not verified
Nord 56.83 inches (measured diagonally from corner to corner); 1.5K (FHD+), 2800 × 1272; 450 ppi; aspect ratio 19.8:9; screen-to-body ratio 93.6%; refresh rate up to 144 Hz (60/90/120/144 Hz); Swift AMOLED with Ultra HDR support; brightness 800 nits adjustable, 1400 nits full-screen (HBM), 1800 nits peak; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); sRGB and DCI-P3 support, 100% DCI-P3; touch response (instantaneous) up to 3000 Hz; eye-care PWM dimming 3840 Hz; Sun-amp technology; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i (exclusively co-developed material)
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In The Box — Included items
13Not verified
Nord 5OnePlus Nord 5; Type-A to C cable; quick start guide; safety information; screen protector (pre-applied); SIM tray ejector
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Audio Supported Formats
13Not verified
Nord 5Playback: AAC, AMR, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WAV, FLAC, APE, WMA; recording: WAV, AAC, MP3
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Image Supported Formats
13Not verified
Nord 5Playback: JPEG, PNG, AVIF, WEBP, GIF, BMP, WBMP, HEIF, DNG, ICO; output: JPEG, HEIF
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Multimedia — Video Supported Formats
13Not verified
Nord 5Playback: 3GP, MP4, MKV, HEVC, AVI, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1, FLV, MOV; recording: MP4
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Note — Measurement and support conditions
13Not verified
Nord 5Approximate handset weight 211 g; protector may add 3 g. Usable memory is lower than nominal capacity. Camera pixel counts vary by mode. UK single-cell battery: typical/rated 5200 mAh and 19.81 Wh; non-removable. At least four Android upgrades and six years of security from launch. Supplier/OnePlus laboratory claims vary with configuration, software, measurements and usage; images are illustrative and specifications may be revised.
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Performance — Published hardware
13Not verified
Nord 5OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15; CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform; GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 735; RAM: 8 / 12 GB LPDDR5X with OnePlus RAM-Vitalization; RAM expansion: 4/6/8 GB (8 GB RAM), 4/8/12 GB (12 GB RAM); storage: 256/512 GB UFS 3.1; configurations: 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GB; heat dissipation area: 32207 mm²; battery: 5200 mAh (single-cell, non-removable); charging: 80 W SUPERVOOC, 18 W PD (55 W PPS); reverse charging: 5 W (wired only); bypass charging: yes; haptics: X-axis motor; certification: TÜV SÜD 72-month Fluency Rating A
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
OnePlus lists both configurations; this product is the 8 GB + 256 GB model.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ports — Connections
13Not verified
Nord 5USB 2.0, Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Sensor inventory
13Not verified
Nord 5In-display fingerprint sensor; accelerometer; M-sensor electronic compass; gyroscope; ambient light sensor; proximity sensor; Sensor Core; infrared blaster
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB PD charging maximum
13Not verified
Nord 518 W
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Requires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB PPS charging maximum
13Not verified
Nord 555 W
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Nord 5
Requires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
13Yes
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5
OnePlus lists rear and front recording up to 4K and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wired reverse charging
13Not verified
Nord 55 W
Sources
13
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
13Yes
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
1350 W
Nord 5Not verified
Sources
13
OnePlus's up-to-50% in 34 minutes lab test used the official OnePlus AIRVOOC 50W Magnetic Charger with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsNord 5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
9 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs106 specifications13Nord 5
13Nord 5WeightDiffers
213g
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
211g
Approximately 211 g; the screen protector may add about 3 g. Manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
WidthDiffers
76.5mm
77.04mm
ThicknessDiffers
8.5mm
8.1mm
DimensionsDiffers
162.9 × 76.5 × 8.5 mm (height × width × depth); Black Eclipse finishMidnight Ocean is listed at 8.9 mm thick.
163.41 × 77.04 × 8.1 mm (height × width × depth); Phantom Grey finish
HeightDiffers
162.9 mm
163.41 mm
ColourDiffers
Black Eclipse
Phantom Grey
Form factor
slabSingle-screen bar phone; no folding display is listed.
slab
Dimensions — Published measurements
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Height 163.41 mm; width 77.04 mm; thickness 8.1 mm; weight 211 g
Screen sizeDiffers
6.82″
6.83″
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
4500 nits
Claimed peak brightness · Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
1800 nits
Claimed peak brightness · OnePlus lists 1800 nits peak, 1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness.
Pixel densityDiffers
510 ppi
450 ppi
Maximum refresh rateDiffers
120Hz
144Hz
Refresh varies with content and supported applications.
Display specificationDiffers
6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 ProXDR display; 3168 × 1440; 1–120 Hz; 4500 nits peak510 ppi; 19.8:9; 100% Display P3 and 10-bit colour; Ceramic Guard cover glass; 1600 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM). OnePlus does not name the emitter technology (for example AMOLED) on the UK specification page.
6.83-inch Swift AMOLED; 2800 × 1272; up to 144 Hz; 1800 nits peak1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness. 450 ppi; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. The active refresh rate depends on content and app support.
Display resolutionDiffers
3168 × 1440
2800 × 1272
Pixel densityDiffers
510 ppi
450 ppi
Declared high-brightness modeDiffers
1600 nits
1400 nitsManufacturer HBM claim; not an independently measured peak or a guarantee for every image.
Display — Parameters
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
6.83 inches (measured diagonally from corner to corner); 1.5K (FHD+), 2800 × 1272; 450 ppi; aspect ratio 19.8:9; screen-to-body ratio 93.6%; refresh rate up to 144 Hz (60/90/120/144 Hz); Swift AMOLED with Ultra HDR support; brightness 800 nits adjustable, 1400 nits full-screen (HBM), 1800 nits peak; 10-bit colour (1.07 billion colours); sRGB and DCI-P3 support, 100% DCI-P3; touch response (instantaneous) up to 3000 Hz; eye-care PWM dimming 3840 Hz; Sun-amp technology; Corning Gorilla Glass 7i (exclusively co-developed material)
Display — Features
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Nature tone display; Eye comfort; Bed time mode; Screen colour mode; Colour personalisation; Colour vision enhancement; Auto brightness; Manual brightness; Screen colour temperature; Night mode; Multi-brightness colour calibration
Rear camera modulesDiffers
3
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
2
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED flash and front camera are not counted.
8K video recording
YesRear cameras, 8K at 30 fps.
Not verifiedOnePlus lists rear and front recording up to 4K and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 50 MP 3x optical (f/2.6, OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP (f/2.0); Front: 32 MP (f/2.4, fixed focus); Video: up to 8K 30 fpsMain: Sony LYT-808, 1/1.4", 23 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Telephoto: Sony LYT-600, 1/1.95", 73 mm equivalent, OIS + EIS, autofocus. Ultra-wide: S5KJN5, 1/2.75", 15 mm equivalent, 120°, EIS, autofocus. Front: Sony IMX615, 1/2.74", fixed focus, 4K at up to 60 fps. Dolby Vision recording at 4K 60/30 fps.
Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 50 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fpsMain: Sony LYT-700 (IMX906) sensor with autofocus. Ultra-wide: OV08D10, f/2.2, autofocus. Front: Samsung ISOCELL JN5, f/2.0, autofocus, records 4K at 60 fps. OnePlus lists no telephoto lens; zoom is digital (0.6× to 20×).
Front cameraDiffers
32 MP, f/2.4, fixed focus
50 MP Samsung JN5, f/2.0, autofocus
Dedicated optical telephoto reach
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
3×
Not verified
Main camera apertureDiffers
1.6 f-numberMain (wide) rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
1.8 f-numberMain rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
YesAutofocus is listed for the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide cameras.
Not verified
Rear camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
YesOIS is listed for the wide and telephoto cameras; the ultra-wide lists EIS only.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
YesListed under the Wide Camera (Sony LYT-808).
Yes
Front camera autofocusDiffers
No
Yes
Rear 4K recording maximum
60 fps
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Front 4K recording maximum
60 fps
60 fpsFront camera only. Nord 5 beautification applies only at 1080p 30 fps or 720p 30 fps.
Camera — Main Camera
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Sony LYT-700 CMOS (aka IMX906); sensor size 1/1.56"; 50 MP; 1.0 µm pixels; 6P lens; tri-axis optical image stabilisation; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 24 mm equivalent; f/1.8; 84° field of view; autofocus
Camera — Ultra-Wide
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
OV08D10 sensor; sensor size 1/4"; 8 MP; 1.12 µm pixels; 5P lens; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 15 mm equivalent; f/2.2; 116° field of view; autofocus; macro from 3.5 cm
Camera — Flash
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
LED
Camera — Zoom
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
0.6× to 20× digital zoom
Camera — Rear video modes
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
4K at 60/30 fps; 1080p at 60/30 fps; 720p at 30 fps; EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps (default), 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 1080p at 120 fps, 720p at 240 fps; time-lapse: 4K and 1080p at 30 fps; digital zoom up to 18×; dual-view video: 1080p at 30 fps; video zoom: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; cinematic: 3840 × 1644 at 30 fps; video editor
Camera — Rear shooting modes
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Photo, Video, Portrait, Nightscape, Pro Mode, Panorama, Cinematic, Slo-mo, Long Exposure, Dual-view Video, Time-lapse, Text-scanner, Hi-Res Mode, Tilt-shift, Google Lens
Camera — Front Camera
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Samsung ISOCELL JN5 sensor; sensor size 1/2.75"; 50 MP; 5P lens; 0.64 µm pixels; tri-axis electronic image stabilisation; 21 mm equivalent; autofocus; f/2.0; 90° field of view
Camera — Front video modes
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps (beautification only at 1080p 30 fps or 720p 30 fps); steady mode: 1080p at 60 fps
Camera — Front shooting modes
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Face Unlock, Photo, Video, Portrait, Nightscape Selfie, Panorama Selfie, Dual-view Video, Time-lapse, Slo-mo, Retouch, Screen Flash
Wireless charging
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
6000 mAh (typical); 100 W wired, 50 W wirelessSerial dual-cell battery: typical 2 × 3000 mAh (22.92 Wh), rated 2 × 2920 mAh (22.31 Wh). OnePlus lab tests: 100% in 36 minutes with the official SUPERVOOC adapter and 50% in 34 minutes with the 50 W AIRVOOC magnetic charger, from 1% with the screen off at 25 °C. Only a Type-A to C cable is listed in the box.
5200 mAh; 80 W wired, 5 W wired reverseTypical and rated capacity 5200 mAh (19.81 Wh), single non-removable cell. 80 W SUPERVOOC or 18 W PD (55 W PPS) with a compatible charger and cable; bypass charging is supported. Capacity is not a measured battery-life result.
UK typical battery capacityDiffers
6000 mAhTypical capacity of the serial dual-cell pack (2 × 3000 mAh); rated 2 × 2920 mAh. Not a measured runtime.
5200 mAhUK manufacturer typical capacity: 5200 mAh (19.81 Wh); rated capacity is also 5200 mAh. Single non-removable cell.
Wired charging powerDiffers
100 WOnePlus's 1–100% in 36 minutes lab test used the official SUPERVOOC Power Adapter with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
80 WSUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
50 WOnePlus's up-to-50% in 34 minutes lab test used the official OnePlus AIRVOOC 50W Magnetic Charger with Smart Rapid Charging Mode turned on.
Not verified
Manufacturer charging test
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
1% to 100% in 36 minutes (100 W wired); up to 50% in 34 minutes (50 W wireless)OnePlus Test Laboratory, 18 November 2024: ambient and starting phone temperature 25 °C ± 1 °C, screen off, Smart Rapid Charging on. Actual results vary.
Not verified
Bypass charging
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesCompatible power setup and software are required; no measured temperature or battery-health gain is claimed.
Wired reverse charging
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
5 W
USB PD charging maximum
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
18 WRequires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
USB PPS charging maximum
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
55 WRequires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
UK rated battery capacity
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
5200 mAhRated energy: 19.81 Wh.
Published support term
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
6 yearsPublished security-support term · Six years of security updates from the launch date.
Update policyDiffers
Security updates until 7 January 2031End date from OnePlus's UK security-update period list; delivery can vary and chip-supplier patches may lag. The UK pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade count.
At least 4 Android OS upgrades; security updates until 8 July 2031Security schedule is model-specific; regional timing and patch availability can vary. Android upgrade counts and security coverage are different commitments.
Minimum promised Android OS upgrades
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages for the OnePlus 13 state no Android version-upgrade commitment.
4 upgradesAt least four Android OS upgrades; the preinstalled version is not counted.
Multimedia — Audio Supported Formats
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Playback: AAC, AMR, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WAV, FLAC, APE, WMA; recording: WAV, AAC, MP3
Multimedia — Video Supported Formats
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Playback: 3GP, MP4, MKV, HEVC, AVI, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1, FLV, MOV; recording: MP4
Multimedia — Image Supported Formats
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Playback: JPEG, PNG, AVIF, WEBP, GIF, BMP, WBMP, HEIF, DNG, ICO; output: JPEG, HEIF
Note — Measurement and support conditions
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Approximate handset weight 211 g; protector may add 3 g. Usable memory is lower than nominal capacity. Camera pixel counts vary by mode. UK single-cell battery: typical/rated 5200 mAh and 19.81 Wh; non-removable. At least four Android upgrades and six years of security from launch. Supplier/OnePlus laboratory claims vary with configuration, software, measurements and usage; images are illustrative and specifications may be revised.
Published operating system
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15
ChipsetDiffers
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 EliteQualcomm Oryon CPU up to 4.32 GHz; Adreno 830 GPU.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB UFS 4.0 storageThe UK store also lists a 16 GB + 512 GB Arctic Dawn configuration, which is a separate SKU. Usable storage is lower after system files.
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB storageUFS 3.1 storage. Usable storage is lower after system files.
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK model; dual nano-SIM plus eSIM; 5GUK specification bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/30/32/66/71; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/48; 5G SA n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n25/n28/n30/n38/n40/n41/n48/n66/n71/n75/n77/n78. eSIM availability depends on the carrier. OnePlus US sells a separate North American model (CPH2655, e.g. 12 GB + 256 GB Ebony Eclipse, SKU 5011111156); its bands and identifiers are not covered by this UK record.
UK model; dual nano-SIM (Dual SIM Dual Active); no eSIM; 5GUK specification. LTE 4×4 MIMO up to DL Cat 19 (1600 Mbps) / UL Cat 18 (200 Mbps), depending on carrier support. Bands: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD 38/39/40/41/42; 5G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n75/n77/n78. Network connectivity varies with the carrier's network and service deployment. US carrier compatibility and availability are not covered.
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
Physical RAMDiffers
12 GB
8 GBVirtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
Panel technologyDiffers
LTPO 4.1 ProXDROnePlus names the backplane (LTPO 4.1) and its ProXDR branding, not the emitter technology.
Swift AMOLED
Ingress protection
IP68 / IP69IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages give no IP dust or water rating for the Nord 5, so its rating is unknown rather than confirmed as unrated.
eSIM only
No
No
Published operating system
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15Operating system at launch as listed; OnePlus says it may be updated.
Not verified
Physical RAM type
LPDDR5X
LPDDR5X
Storage technologyDiffers
UFS 4.0
UFS 3.1
Wi-Fi supportDiffers
Wi-Fi 7; 2×2 MIMO; 160 MHz at 5 GHz, 320 MHz at 6 GHz
Wi-Fi 6; 2×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz up to 160 MHzRouter, local regulations and network settings affect availability. OnePlus does not list 6 GHz support.
Bluetooth version
5.4Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, LHDC 5.0.
5.4
NFC
Yes
Yes
USB connectionDiffers
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
USB 2.0 Type-C
Fingerprint sensorDiffers
Ultrasonic
In-displayOnePlus does not say whether the in-display sensor is optical or ultrasonic.
Sensors
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
Proximity sensor · Ambient light sensor · Color temperature sensor · Compass · Acceleration sensor · Gyroscopes · Ultrasonic fingerprint · Hall sensor · Laser focus sensor · Spectral sensors · Infrared remote control · BarometerComplete Sensors list on the OnePlus UK specification page, including the infrared remote control.
Not verified
Alert Slider
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
YesListed under Buttons alongside gesture and on-screen navigation support.
Not verified
Declared HDR playback formats
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid
Not verifiedOnePlus lists 'HDR10/HDR10+' inside its audio-format row rather than as a display or video playback feature, so the supported HDR playback formats are unclear. The display is described as Swift AMOLED with Ultra HDR support.
Published security update end dateDiffers
2031-01-07Published UK security period; it does not promise monthly patches or Android version upgrades.
2031-07-08Published security period; delivery can vary by region/model and chip-supplier patch availability. This does not promise monthly updates or Android version upgrades.
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
5011111074
Not verified
Performance — Published hardware
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15; CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform; GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 735; RAM: 8 / 12 GB LPDDR5X with OnePlus RAM-Vitalization; RAM expansion: 4/6/8 GB (8 GB RAM), 4/8/12 GB (12 GB RAM); storage: 256/512 GB UFS 3.1; configurations: 8 GB + 256 GB, 12 GB + 512 GB; heat dissipation area: 32207 mm²; battery: 5200 mAh (single-cell, non-removable); charging: 80 W SUPERVOOC, 18 W PD (55 W PPS); reverse charging: 5 W (wired only); bypass charging: yes; haptics: X-axis motor; certification: TÜV SÜD 72-month Fluency Rating AOnePlus lists both configurations; this product is the 8 GB + 256 GB model.
Connectivity — eSIM
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
No
Connectivity — Dual SIM
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Yes (with Dual SIM Dual Active support)
Connectivity — LTE/LTE-A
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
4×4 MIMO; up to DL Cat 19 / UL Cat 18 (1600 Mbps / 200 Mbps), depending on carrier support
Connectivity — LTE
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; LTE TDD: bands 38/39/40/41/42; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n75/n77/n78Network connectivity may vary with the carrier's network and service deployment.
Connectivity — Wi-Fi
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
2×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 160 MHz; Wi-Fi 6; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Connectivity — Bluetooth
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth 5.4; codecs: aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0
Connectivity — NFC
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
NFC enabled
Connectivity — Positioning
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, QZSS
Sensors — Sensor inventory
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
In-display fingerprint sensor; accelerometer; M-sensor electronic compass; gyroscope; ambient light sensor; proximity sensor; Sensor Core; infrared blaster
Ports — Connections
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
USB 2.0, Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Gesture and on-screen navigation; Plus Key
Audio — Speaker features
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Dual stereo speakers; noise cancellation
In The Box — Included items
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
OnePlus Nord 5; Type-A to C cable; quick start guide; safety information; screen protector (pre-applied); SIM tray ejector
Plus Key
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
eSIM support
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
No
Aqua Touch
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesManufacturer touch-input feature; it does not indicate waterproofing, and accuracy gains have not been independently tested.
Open Canvas multitasking
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
YesApp and software support apply.
Advertised software tools
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
AI translation, image editing, Mind Space and on-device AI SearchSome functions depend on region, installed software, internet access and an account. Check AI output. AI Search is English-only at launch and searches the first 1,000 saved files and notes, up to 30,000 characters in each.
Show unverified (8)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Nord 5No source recorded
Not verifiedThe front camera lists electronic image stabilisation only; OnePlus does not state whether it has OIS.
Not verified
Memory card support
Not verifiedThe UK specification lists a dual nano-SIM slot and does not mention a memory card slot either way.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification has no memory-card entry for the Nord 5, so card support is neither confirmed nor excluded.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
UK manufacturer reference price
Sources
13No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK product page did not show a dated price for this configuration.
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How we calculate scoresOnePlus 13
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight213 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Black Eclipse / Arctic Dawn: 213 g. Midnight Ocean is listed at 210 g.
OnePlusWidth76.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.82 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness4,500 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer peak claim; not sustained full-screen brightness or an independent measurement.
OnePlusClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingIP68 / IP69Manufacturer claim · high confidence
IEC 60529 laboratory tests: IPX8 in still fresh water 1.5 m for 30 minutes; IPX9 high-temperature spray. Resistance may decrease with wear; liquid damage is not covered by the warranty.
OnePlusRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Pixel density510 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the wide, telephoto and ultra-wide rear cameras OnePlus lists; the flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlusManufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 specificationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus 13 feature page and footnotesOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK product security update periodOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
- OnePlus US OnePlus 13 store configurationsOnePlus · accessed 26 Sept 2026
OnePlus Nord 5
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight211 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Approximately 211 g; the screen protector may add about 3 g. Manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
OnePlusWidth77.04 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.83 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness1,800 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
OnePlus lists 1800 nits peak, 1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness.
OnePlusClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total support6 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Six years of security updates from the launch date.
OnePlusWireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence
Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.
OnePlusOnePlusPixel density450 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate144 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Refresh varies with content and supported applications.
OnePlusNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED flash and front camera are not counted.
OnePlusManufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK OnePlus Nord 5 Phantom Grey 8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK Nord 5 features and test restrictionsOnePlus · accessed 13 Sept 2026
- OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
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