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OnePlus Nord 5 vs OnePlus Nord CE5

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026
OnePlus

Nord 5

6.83″ · Swift AMOLED · 144 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

256 GB · 8 GB RAM · Phantom Grey · UK 5011113305Full product profile
OnePlus Nord 5 in Phantom Grey, official product viewPhantom Grey
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS

Choose the Nord 5 if…

Choose the Nord CE5 if…

Preferences from sourced specifications that differ, not a verdict.
See the 30 verified differences
OnePlus

Nord CE5

6.77″ · AMOLED · 120 Hz · MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex

128 GB · 8 GB RAM · Black Infinity · UK 5011113506Full product profile
OnePlus Nord CE5 in Black Infinity, official product viewBlack Infinity
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Listed configurations: Nord 5 256 GB, Nord CE5 128 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models; no matching tier is listed for both yet.

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.

Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.

SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

Nord 5Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
Nord CE5MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
Explore the full specifications
Nord 5

0.06″ larger diagonal.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

Nord 5
6.83″
Nord CE5
6.77″

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

Nord 5
Not verified
Nord CE5
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

Nord 5
Not verified
Nord CE5
Not verified

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

30 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.

Camera system

Nord 5Main: 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS); Ultra-wide: 8 MP; Front: 50 MP; Video: up to 4K 60 fps
Nord CE5Main (wide): 50 MP Sony LYT-600, f/1.8, OIS, autofocus; Ultra-wide: 8 MP OV08D10, f/2.2, fixed focus; Front: 16 MP Sony IMX480, f/2.4, fixed focus
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

OnePlus lists only a main and an ultra-wide rear camera, so there is no telephoto lens; zoom is digital (0.6× to 20× for photos). Front-camera recording is listed up to 1080p at 60 fps.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display specification

Nord 56.83-inch Swift AMOLED; 2800 × 1272; up to 144 Hz; 1800 nits peak
Nord CE56.77-inch AMOLED; 2392 × 1080; 387 ppi; up to 120 Hz; 1430 nits peak, 1300 nits HBM
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

Manufacturer figures; typical brightness is 800 nits. The active refresh rate depends on content and app support.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK Nord CE5 features and conditions

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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Battery and charging

Nord 55200 mAh; 80 W wired, 5 W wired reverse
Nord CE55200 mAh; up to 80 W SUPERVOOC; bypass charging
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

A compatible charger and cable are needed for 80 W. Capacity is a manufacturer figure, not a measured battery-life result.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus UK Nord CE5 features and conditions

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Advertised software tools

Nord 5AI translation, image editing, Mind Space and on-device AI Search
Nord CE5AI translation, photo editing, Mind Space and AI Search
Sources
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 restrictions
Nord CE5

Availability varies by region, software and account; some functions need internet access. English-only at launch. AI Search covers the first 1,000 files or notes and up to 30,000 characters in each. Check AI responses; Google service eligibility and subscription terms apply.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 features and conditions

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Camera — Rear shooting modes

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
Nord CE5Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Pro, Panorama, Slo-mo, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Hi-Res Scan, Tilt-Shift
Sources

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Camera — Rear video modes

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
Nord CE5EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 720p at 960 fps, 720p at 240 fps, 1080p at 480 fps, 1080p at 120 fps; time-lapse: 1080p at 30 fps
Sources
Nord CE5

OnePlus lists these slow-motion modes as resolution and frame-rate pairs; it does not say whether the highest rates are captured natively or interpolated.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Display — Features

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
Nord CE5Eye Comfort / Night Mode; Screen Colour Mode; Screen Colour Temperature; Auto Brightness; Manual Brightness; Bed time mode; Dark Mode
Sources

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Note — Measurement and support conditions

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.
Nord CE5Approximate handset weight: 199 g; the screen protector may add 3 g. Usable storage is lower than nominal capacity, and camera pixel counts vary by mode. At least four Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates from launch. Supplier and OnePlus laboratory claims vary with configuration, software, measurement and usage. Product images are illustrative and specifications may be revised.
Sources

Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.

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.

Small physical differences (3)
Configuration & compatibility details (3)

RAM and storage configuration

Nord 58 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB storage
Nord CE58 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 128 GB UFS 3.1 storage
Sources
Nord CE5

Usable storage is lower after system files; virtual RAM is not physical RAM.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

A 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

Nord 5UK model; dual nano-SIM (Dual SIM Dual Active); no eSIM; 5G
Nord CE5UK configuration; hybrid dual nano-SIM slot (the second position also takes a microSD card); 4×4 MIMO LTE on bands 1/3/4/7/38/40/41/66, 2×2 MIMO on other bands; 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; 5G NR bands n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

UK specification; speeds and network connectivity depend on the carrier's network. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (96)

Claimed video playback

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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.

Memory card support

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Yes
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

Hybrid slot: two nano-SIMs, or one nano-SIM plus one microSD card up to 1 TB. Both SIMs and a memory card cannot occupy the hybrid slot together.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

UK rated battery capacity

Nord 55200 mAh
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

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

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5HDR10+
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 specifications
Nord CE5

Manufacturer capability declaration; streaming service, plan, content and software conditions apply.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 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 specifications
Nord CE5

OnePlus's UK specification and feature pages give no IP dust or water rating for the Nord CE5, so its rating is unknown rather than confirmed as unrated.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum stated memory card capacity

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE51 TB
Sources
Nord 5

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

A microSD card uses the second position in the hybrid SIM slot. The supplied-item list does not include a memory card; retailer bundles may differ.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Native telephoto reach

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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.

Optical-quality zoom

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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.

Reverse wireless charging

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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.

Physical SIM and storage arrangement

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Two nano-SIMs, or one nano-SIM plus MicroSD
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.

Audio — Speaker features

Nord 5Dual stereo speakers; noise cancellation
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Battery & Charge — Battery

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE55200 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery
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.

Battery & Charge — Charge

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE580 W SUPERVOOC
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.

Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts

Nord 5Gesture and on-screen navigation; Plus Key
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

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

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
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

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

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
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

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

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
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — Audio

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Single bottom-firing speaker; noise cancellation
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.

Connectivity — Band

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE52G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; 3G WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; 4G LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; 4G LTE TDD: bands 38/39/40/41; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78
Sources
Nord 5

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

Network connectivity may vary with the carrier's network and service deployment.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — Buttons

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Gesture and on-screen navigation; right side: volume key, power key
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.

Connectivity — Dual SIM

Nord 5Yes (with Dual SIM Dual Active support)
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — LTE

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
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Network connectivity may vary with the carrier's network and service deployment.

OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Connectivity — Ports

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5USB 2.0, Type-C; hybrid slot (dual nano-SIM, or one nano-SIM and one microSD up to 1 TB)
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.

Connectivity — Sensors

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Proximity sensor; ambient light sensor; e-compass; accelerometer; gyroscope; in-display optical fingerprint sensor; infrared remote control
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.

Dimensions — Published measurements

Nord 5Height 163.41 mm; width 77.04 mm; thickness 8.1 mm; weight 211 g
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dimensions — Size

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Marble Mist: 163.58 × 76.02 × 8.27 mm; Black Infinity: 163.58 × 76.02 × 8.17 mm
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.

Dimensions — Thickness

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE58.27 mm (Marble Mist); 8.17 mm (Black Infinity)
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.

Display — Others

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5sRGB, Display P3, 10-bit colour depth, HDR10+; Netflix HD and HDR certified; Amazon Prime Video HD and HDR certified
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.

Display — Parameters

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)
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display — Resolution

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE52392 × 1080, 387 ppi
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.

Display — Screen Size

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE56.77 inches (measured diagonally from corner to corner)
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.

Display — Touch Response Rate

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Up to 300 Hz (OTA support), default 120 Hz
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.

Front camera — Focal Length

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE523 mm equivalent
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.

Main camera — Focal Length

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE526 mm equivalent
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.

Main camera — Focus mode

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Contrast detection autofocus, Phase detection autofocus
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.

Performance — Available configurations

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE58 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB
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.

Performance — Certification

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5TÜV SÜD 72-month fluency rating A
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.

Performance — CPU

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Arm Cortex: 1 × A715 at 3.35 GHz; 3 × A715 at 3.2 GHz; 4 × A510 at 2.2 GHz
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.

Performance — Operating System

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
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.

Performance — Processing Platform

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
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.

Performance — Published hardware

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
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

OnePlus lists both configurations; this product is the 8 GB + 256 GB model.

OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Performance — RAM

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE58 GB LPDDR5X, 4266 MHz
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.

Performance — ROM

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5128 GB / 256 GB UFS 3.1
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.

Performance — Supported expansion card

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Yes, microSD up to 1 TB
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.

Performance — Virtual RAM Expansion

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE53 expansion options: 8 GB + 4/6/8 GB
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.

Ports — Connections

Nord 5USB 2.0, Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

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

Nord 5In-display fingerprint sensor; accelerometer; M-sensor electronic compass; gyroscope; ambient light sensor; proximity sensor; Sensor Core; infrared blaster
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ultrawide camera — Focal Length

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE516 mm equivalent
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.

Ultrawide camera — Focus mode

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Fixed focus
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.

Ultrawide camera — Pixel Size

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE51.12 microns
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.

Ultrawide camera — Sensor

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5OmniVision OV08D10
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.

Published streaming certifications

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Netflix HD/HDR; Amazon Prime Video HD/HDR
Sources
Nord 5

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

Requires a compatible app, service plan, content and network. The declaration does not guarantee current service access.

OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

USB PD charging maximum

Nord 518 W
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Requires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.

OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

USB PPS charging maximum

Nord 555 W
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Requires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.

OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specifications
Nord CE5

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

Nord 5Not verified
Nord CE5Not verified
Sources
Nord 5

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Nord CE5

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.

Connectivity — Wi-Fi

Nord 52×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 160 MHz; Wi-Fi 6; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Nord CE5Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz) and 5 GHz (20/40/80/160 MHz); 2×2 MIMO; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering
Sources

One source states more detail of the same fact; the shared details match. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.

26 shared fields have the same recorded value.

COMPARE THE DETAILS

Full specifications

All specs161 specificationsNord 5Nord CE5
211g
Approximately 211 g; the screen protector may add about 3 g. Manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
199g
Approximately 199 g. The pre-applied screen protector may add about 3 g; manufacturing and measurement variation applies.
163.41 × 77.04 × 8.1 mm (height × width × depth); Phantom Grey finish
163.58 × 76.02 × 8.17 mm (height × width × depth); Black Infinity finish
Dimensions — Published measurements
Sources
Height 163.41 mm; width 77.04 mm; thickness 8.1 mm; weight 211 g
Not verified
Dimensions — Height
Sources
Not verified
163.58 mm
Dimensions — Width
Sources
Not verified
76.02 mm
Dimensions — Thickness
Sources
Not verified
8.27 mm (Marble Mist); 8.17 mm (Black Infinity)
Dimensions — Weight
Sources
Not verified
Approx. 199 g
Dimensions — Size
Sources
Not verified
Marble Mist: 163.58 × 76.02 × 8.27 mm; Black Infinity: 163.58 × 76.02 × 8.17 mm
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
1800 nits
Claimed peak brightness · OnePlus lists 1800 nits peak, 1400 nits full-screen high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits adjustable brightness.
1430 nits
Claimed peak brightness · OnePlus lists 1430 nits peak, 1300 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits typical brightness.
144Hz
Refresh varies with content and supported applications.
120Hz
Refresh varies with content and supported applications.
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.
6.77-inch AMOLED; 2392 × 1080; 387 ppi; up to 120 Hz; 1430 nits peak, 1300 nits HBMManufacturer figures; typical brightness is 800 nits. The active refresh rate depends on content and app support.
2800 × 1272
2392 × 1080
Display — Parameters
Sources
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)
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
Eye Comfort / Night Mode; Screen Colour Mode; Screen Colour Temperature; Auto Brightness; Manual Brightness; Bed time mode; Dark Mode
1400 nitsManufacturer HBM claim; not an independently measured peak or a guarantee for every image.
1300 nitsManufacturer high-brightness mode claim; not an independently measured peak brightness.
Display — Screen Size
Sources
Not verified
6.77 inches (measured diagonally from corner to corner)
Display — Resolution
Sources
Not verified
2392 × 1080, 387 ppi
Display — Screen-to-body Ratio
Sources
Not verified
94.10%
Display — Aspect Ratio
Sources
Not verified
19.9:9
Display — HBM
Sources
Not verified
1300 nits
Display — Peak Brightness
Sources
Not verified
1430 nits
Display — Typical brightness
Sources
Not verified
800 nits
Display — Refresh Rate
Sources
Not verified
120 Hz
Display — Touch Response Rate
Sources
Not verified
Up to 300 Hz (OTA support), default 120 Hz
Display — Others
Sources
Not verified
sRGB, Display P3, 10-bit colour depth, HDR10+; Netflix HD and HDR certified; Amazon Prime Video HD and HDR certified
2
Counts the main and ultra-wide rear cameras listed by OnePlus; the LED 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.
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×).
Main (wide): 50 MP Sony LYT-600, f/1.8, OIS, autofocus; Ultra-wide: 8 MP OV08D10, f/2.2, fixed focus; Front: 16 MP Sony IMX480, f/2.4, fixed focusOnePlus lists only a main and an ultra-wide rear camera, so there is no telephoto lens; zoom is digital (0.6× to 20× for photos). Front-camera recording is listed up to 1080p at 60 fps.
50 MP Samsung JN5, f/2.0, autofocus
16 MP Sony IMX480, f/2.4, fixed focus
Camera — Main Camera
Sources
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
Not verified
Camera — Ultra-Wide
Sources
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
Not verified
0.6× to 20× digital zoom
0.6× to 20× digital zoom for photos; 0.6× to 10× digital zoom for video
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
EIS/OIS video: 4K at 60/30 fps, 1080p at 60/30 fps, 720p at 30 fps; slow motion: 720p at 960 fps, 720p at 240 fps, 1080p at 480 fps, 1080p at 120 fps; time-lapse: 1080p at 30 fpsOnePlus lists these slow-motion modes as resolution and frame-rate pairs; it does not say whether the highest rates are captured natively or interpolated.
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
Photo, Video, Portrait, Night, Pro, Panorama, Slo-mo, Dual-view video, Time-lapse, Hi-Res Scan, Tilt-Shift
Camera — Front Camera
Sources
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
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
1080p video at 60/30 fps, 720p video at 30 fps
Face Unlock, Photo, Video, Portrait, Nightscape Selfie, Panorama Selfie, Dual-view Video, Time-lapse, Slo-mo, Retouch, Screen Flash
Face Unlock, Screen Flash, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Pano, Time-lapse, Retouching, Filters
1.8 f-numberMain rear camera; aperture alone does not determine photo quality.
1.8 f-number
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
60 fpsManufacturer recording-mode claim; sustained recording and image quality have not been independently tested.
60 fpsFront camera only. Nord 5 beautification applies only at 1080p 30 fps or 720p 30 fps.
Not verifiedOnePlus lists front-camera recording up to 1080p at 60 fps and does not mention front 4K.
Main camera — Sensor
Sources
Not verified
Sony LYT-600
Main camera — Sensor Size
Sources
Not verified
1/1.95"
Main camera — Megapixels
Sources
Not verified
50 MP
Main camera — Focal Length
Sources
Not verified
26 mm equivalent
Main camera — FOV
Sources
Not verified
79°
Main camera — Focus mode
Sources
Not verified
Contrast detection autofocus, Phase detection autofocus
Main camera — Pixel Size
Sources
Not verified
0.8 micron
Main camera — Aperture
Sources
Not verified
f/1.8
Main camera — EIS support
Sources
Not verified
Supported
Main camera — OIS support
Sources
Not verified
Supported
Ultrawide camera — Sensor
Sources
Not verified
OmniVision OV08D10
Ultrawide camera — Sensor Size
Sources
Not verified
1/4"
Ultrawide camera — Megapixels
Sources
Not verified
8 MP
Ultrawide camera — Focal Length
Sources
Not verified
16 mm equivalent
Ultrawide camera — FOV
Sources
Not verified
112°
Ultrawide camera — Focus mode
Sources
Not verified
Fixed focus
Ultrawide camera — Pixel Size
Sources
Not verified
1.12 microns
Ultrawide camera — Aperture
Sources
Not verified
f/2.2
Front camera — Sensor
Sources
Not verified
Sony IMX480
Front camera — Megapixels
Sources
Not verified
16 MP
Front camera — Focal Length
Sources
Not verified
23 mm equivalent
Front camera — Pixel Size
Sources
Not verified
1.0 micron
Front camera — Aperture
Sources
Not verified
f/2.4
Front camera — Focus mode
Sources
Not verified
Fixed focus
Front camera — EIS support
Sources
Not verified
Supported
Front 1080p recording maximum
Sources
Not verified
60 fps
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.
5200 mAh; up to 80 W SUPERVOOC; bypass chargingA compatible charger and cable are needed for 80 W. Capacity is a manufacturer figure, not a measured battery-life result.
5200 mAhUK manufacturer typical capacity: 5200 mAh (19.81 Wh); rated capacity is also 5200 mAh. Single non-removable cell.
5200 mAhUK specification figure; OnePlus does not say whether it is typical or rated capacity. Not a measured battery-life result.
80 WSUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
80 WSUPERVOOC conditions and compatible charger/cable apply.
YesCompatible power setup and software are required; no measured temperature or battery-health gain is claimed.
YesCompatible power supply and software required. No measured reduction in heat, throttling or battery ageing is claimed.
Wired reverse charging
Sources
5 W
Not verified
USB PD charging maximum
Sources
18 WRequires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
Not verified
USB PPS charging maximum
Sources
55 WRequires a compatible power supply and cable; maximum claim is not a sustained charging rate.
Not verified
UK rated battery capacity
Sources
5200 mAhRated energy: 19.81 Wh.
Not verified
Battery & Charge — Battery
Sources
Not verified
5200 mAh lithium-ion polymer battery
Battery & Charge — Charge
Sources
Not verified
80 W SUPERVOOC
6 years
Published security-support term · Six years of security updates from the launch date.
6 years
Published security-support term · Six years of security updates from the launch date.
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.
At least 4 Android OS upgrades; security updates until 8 July 2031Security coverage starts at launch, not purchase. Regional delivery and chip-supplier patch availability can vary.
Playback: AAC, AMR, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WAV, FLAC, APE, WMA; recording: WAV, AAC, MP3
Playback: MP3, AAC, AMR, APE, OGG, FLAC, WAV, MIDI; recording: MP3, AAC, WAV
Playback: 3GP, MP4, MKV, HEVC, AVI, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1, FLV, MOV; recording: MP4
Playback: MP4, 3GP, MKV, MOV, AVI, FLV, HEVC, AVC, VP9, VP8, AV1; recording: MP4
Playback: JPEG, PNG, AVIF, WEBP, GIF, BMP, WBMP, HEIF, DNG, ICO; output: JPEG, HEIF
Playback: JPEG, BMP, PNG, DNG, HEIF, AVIF, WEBP; output: JPEG
Note — Measurement and support conditionsDiffers
Sources
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.
Approximate handset weight: 199 g; the screen protector may add 3 g. Usable storage is lower than nominal capacity, and camera pixel counts vary by mode. At least four Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates from launch. Supplier and OnePlus laboratory claims vary with configuration, software, measurement and usage. Product images are illustrative and specifications may be revised.
OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15
OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15
4 upgradesAt least four Android OS upgrades; the preinstalled version is not counted.
4 upgradesAt least four Android OS upgrades. The preinstalled version is not counted; this is not four years of remaining security coverage.
Performance — Supported expansion card
Sources
Not verified
Yes, microSD up to 1 TB
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB storageUFS 3.1 storage. Usable storage is lower after system files.
8 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 128 GB UFS 3.1 storageUsable storage is lower after system files; virtual RAM is not physical RAM.
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
Sources
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.
UK configuration; hybrid dual nano-SIM slot (the second position also takes a microSD card); 4×4 MIMO LTE on bands 1/3/4/7/38/40/41/66, 2×2 MIMO on other bands; 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; 5G NR bands n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78UK specification; speeds and network connectivity depend on the carrier's network. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification has no memory-card entry for the Nord 5, so card support is neither confirmed nor excluded.
YesHybrid slot: two nano-SIMs, or one nano-SIM plus one microSD card up to 1 TB. Both SIMs and a memory card cannot occupy the hybrid slot together.
Performance — Published hardware
Sources
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.
Not verified
Connectivity — eSIM
Sources
No
Not verified
Connectivity — Dual SIM
Sources
Yes (with Dual SIM Dual Active support)
Not verified
4×4 MIMO; up to DL Cat 19 / UL Cat 18 (1600 Mbps / 200 Mbps), depending on carrier support
4×4 MIMO on bands 1/3/4/7/38/40/41/66; 2×2 MIMO on other bands; depending on carrier support
Connectivity — LTE
Sources
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.
Not verified
2×2 MIMO; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 160 MHz; Wi-Fi 6; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b/g/a/n; 2.4 GHz (20/40 MHz) and 5 GHz (20/40/80/160 MHz); 2×2 MIMO; WLAN Display; WLAN tethering
Bluetooth 5.4; codecs: aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0
Bluetooth 5.4; codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX HD, aptX, LDAC, LHDC 5.0
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, QZSS
Single-band satellite positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo, QZSS; other positioning: A-GNSS, WLAN and cellular network positioning
Sensors — Sensor inventory
Sources
In-display fingerprint sensor; accelerometer; M-sensor electronic compass; gyroscope; ambient light sensor; proximity sensor; Sensor Core; infrared blaster
Not verified
Ports — Connections
Sources
USB 2.0, Type-C; supports standard Type-C earphones; dual nano-SIM slot
Not verified
Buttons — Navigation and shortcuts
Sources
Gesture and on-screen navigation; Plus Key
Not verified
Audio — Speaker features
Sources
Dual stereo speakers; noise cancellation
Not verified
OnePlus Nord 5; Type-A to C cable; quick start guide; safety information; screen protector (pre-applied); SIM tray ejector
OnePlus Nord CE5; Type-A to C cable; quick guide; safety guide; screen protector (pre-applied); SIM tray ejector
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.
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.
Plus Key
Sources
Nord CE5No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
eSIM support
Sources
No
Not verified
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.
HDR10+Manufacturer capability declaration; streaming service, plan, content and software conditions apply.
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.
2031-07-08Published security period; delivery can vary by region, model and patch availability. No monthly update cadence or extra Android upgrades are implied.
In-displayOnePlus does not say whether the in-display sensor is optical or ultrasonic.
In-display optical
YesManufacturer touch-input feature; it does not indicate waterproofing, and accuracy gains have not been independently tested.
YesManufacturer touch-input feature; it does not indicate waterproofing.
YesApp and software support apply.
YesApp and software support apply.
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.
AI translation, photo editing, Mind Space and AI SearchAvailability varies by region, software and account; some functions need internet access. English-only at launch. AI Search covers the first 1,000 files or notes and up to 30,000 characters in each. Check AI responses; Google service eligibility and subscription terms apply.
Performance — Operating System
Sources
Not verified
OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15
Performance — Processing Platform
Sources
Not verified
MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex
Performance — CPU
Sources
Not verified
Arm Cortex: 1 × A715 at 3.35 GHz; 3 × A715 at 3.2 GHz; 4 × A510 at 2.2 GHz
Performance — GPU
Sources
Not verified
Arm G615 MC6
Performance — RAM
Sources
Not verified
8 GB LPDDR5X, 4266 MHz
Performance — Virtual RAM Expansion
Sources
Not verified
3 expansion options: 8 GB + 4/6/8 GB
Performance — ROM
Sources
Not verified
128 GB / 256 GB UFS 3.1
Performance — Available configurations
Sources
Not verified
8 GB + 128 GB, 8 GB + 256 GB
Performance — Vibration
Sources
Not verified
Rotor motor
Performance — Certification
Sources
Not verified
TÜV SÜD 72-month fluency rating A
Connectivity — SIM
Sources
Not verified
Dual nano-SIM slot
Connectivity — Band
Sources
Not verified
2G GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz; 3G WCDMA: bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19; 4G LTE FDD: bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66; 4G LTE TDD: bands 38/39/40/41; 5G NR: n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n12/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78Network connectivity may vary with the carrier's network and service deployment.
Connectivity — Sensors
Sources
Not verified
Proximity sensor; ambient light sensor; e-compass; accelerometer; gyroscope; in-display optical fingerprint sensor; infrared remote control
Connectivity — Ports
Sources
Not verified
USB 2.0, Type-C; hybrid slot (dual nano-SIM, or one nano-SIM and one microSD up to 1 TB)
Connectivity — Buttons
Sources
Not verified
Gesture and on-screen navigation; right side: volume key, power key
Connectivity — Audio
Sources
Not verified
Single bottom-firing speaker; noise cancellation
Ultrawide autofocus
Sources
Not verified
No
Maximum stated memory card capacity
Sources
Not verified
1 TBA microSD card uses the second position in the hybrid SIM slot. The supplied-item list does not include a memory card; retailer bundles may differ.
Physical SIM and storage arrangement
Sources
Not verified
Two nano-SIMs, or one nano-SIM plus MicroSD
Built-in speaker count
Sources
Not verified
1
Published streaming certifications
Sources
Not verified
Netflix HD/HDR; Amazon Prime Video HD/HDRRequires a compatible app, service plan, content and network. The declaration does not guarantee current service access.
Show unverified (9)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.
Not verifiedOnePlus lists rear and front recording up to 4K and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
Not verifiedOnePlus lists rear recording up to 4K and front recording up to 1080p and does not mention 8K, so 8K support is unknown.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK product page did not show a dated price for this configuration.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK product page did not show a dated price for this configuration.
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.
Not verifiedOnePlus's UK specification and feature pages give no IP dust or water rating for the Nord CE5, so its rating is unknown rather than confirmed as unrated.
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.
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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.

OnePlus
Width77.04 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.

OnePlus
Claimed 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.

OnePlus
Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageNot verified

Not published

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eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingNot verified

Not published

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RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.

OnePlusOnePlus
Pixel density450 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate144 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Refresh varies with content and supported applications.

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Native 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.

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8K recordingNot verified

Not published

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Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
  1. OnePlus UK Nord 5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  2. OnePlus UK OnePlus Nord 5 Phantom Grey 8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM configurationOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  3. OnePlus UK Nord 5 features and test restrictionsOnePlus · accessed 13 Sept 2026
  4. OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026

OnePlus Nord CE5

128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight199 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Approximately 199 g. The pre-applied screen protector may add about 3 g; manufacturing and measurement variation applies.

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Width76.02 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Thickness8.17 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Display size6.77 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Peak brightness1,430 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence

OnePlus lists 1430 nits peak, 1300 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM) and 800 nits typical brightness.

OnePlus
Claimed 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.

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Wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Headphone jackNot verified

Not published

Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Hybrid slot: two nano-SIMs, or one nano-SIM plus one microSD card up to 1 TB. Both SIMs and a memory card cannot occupy the hybrid slot together.

OnePlus
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
IP ratingNot verified

Not published

OnePlus
RAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidence

Virtual RAM expansion is not counted as physical memory.

OnePlusOnePlus
Pixel density387 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceOnePlus
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Refresh varies with content and supported applications.

OnePlus
Native 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.

OnePlus
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

OnePlus
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
  1. OnePlus UK Nord CE5 complete technical specificationsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  2. OnePlus UK OnePlus Nord CE5 Black Infinity 8 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM configurationOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  3. OnePlus UK Nord CE5 features and conditionsOnePlus · accessed 13 Sept 2026
  4. OnePlus UK model-specific security update periodsOnePlus · accessed 11 Sept 2026
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