Overview
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G (Core Edition) was designed to deliver essential OnePlus features in an ultra-slim 7.9mm package weighing just 170g, featuring a 6.43-inch 90Hz Fluid AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 750G 5G processor, a 64MP triple camera, 30T Warp Charging, a 4,500 mAh battery, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
A comprehensive overview of its design, specifications, software, and pricing details includes:
1. Design and Build
- Form Factor: Ultra-slim matte profile with a fingerprint-resistant finish and curved rear edges.
- Dimensions & Weight: Record-thin profile measuring just 7.9 mm in thickness, weighing an ultra-light 170 grams.
- Materials: Polycarbonate chassis with matte gradient finish rear panel and glass display front.
- SIM Configuration: Dual Nano-SIM slot.
2. Display Technology
- Main Display: A compact 6.43-inch FHD+ Fluid AMOLED display with 2400 x 1080 resolution (~410 ppi).
- Key Display Features: Smooth 90Hz refresh rate, sRGB / Display P3 color gamut support, Always-on Display, and low blue light certification.
3. Performance & Hardware
- Processor: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G chipset built on an 8nm process.
- RAM: Configured with 6 GB, 8 GB, or 12 GB of LPDDR4X RAM.
- Storage Options: Options of 128GB or 256GB (UFS 2.1).
- Connectivity: Equipped with 5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, and a USB Type-C port.
4. Cameras
- Rear Triple Camera System: High-resolution camera array featuring:
- 64 MP Main (Wide) camera with ƒ/1.79 aperture, 0.7µm pixels, and PDAF.
- 8 MP Ultra Wide camera with ƒ/2.25 aperture and a 119° field of view.
- 2 MP Mono camera with ƒ/2.4 aperture.
Supports 4K video recording at 30 fps and Full HD video up to 60 fps. - Front Selfie Camera:
- 16 MP Wide camera with Sony IMX471 sensor, ƒ/2.45 aperture, and 1080p video recording support.
5. Battery and Charging
- Battery Capacity: High-density lithium-ion battery system rated at 4,500 mAh.
- Battery Life: Full-day mixed operational battery performance.
- Charging: Supports Warp Charge 30T Plus fast wired charging (0 to 70% in ~30 minutes).
6. Software (OxygenOS 11 / Android 11)
- Software Ecosystem: Ships pre-installed with OxygenOS 11 (upgradable to OxygenOS 13) featuring Dark Mode, Zen Mode, and guaranteed 2 years of Android OS upgrades.
- Biometrics: Secured via an in-display optical fingerprint scanner and face recognition.
7. Pricing and Availability
- 128GB Variant: Launch pricing started around ₹22,999 in India.
- 256GB Variant: Launch pricing started around ₹27,999 in India.
Technical Specifications
Building upon the foundational overview, this technical deep-dive specification sheet provides a granular look at the hardware architecture, display calibrations, sensor arrays, audio profiles, and environmental ratings of the OnePlus Nord CE 5G.
1. Detailed Dimensions, Weight, and Build Quality
- Dimensions: 159.2 mm (Height) x 73.5 mm (Width) x 7.9 mm (Depth)
- Weight: 170 grams
- Chassis & Materials: Polycarbonate chassis frame with matte gradient rear panel and glass display front.
2. Advanced Display Specifications
- Panel Type: Fluid AMOLED capacitive touch display
- Size: 6.43 inches (diagonal)
- Resolution: 2400 x 1080 pixels at 410 ppi
- Refresh Rate: Smooth 90Hz refresh rate
- Brightness: Up to 800 nits peak outdoor brightness
- Color & Features: sRGB / Display P3 color gamut, Always-on Display, and low blue light mode
3. Processor, Silicon Architecture, and Memory
- System on Chip (SoC): Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G
- Process Node: 8nm manufacturing architecture
- CPU: Octa-core CPU (2x Kryo 570 Gold @ 2.2GHz + 6x Kryo 570 Silver @ 1.8GHz)
- GPU: Adreno 619
- NPU: 5th Gen Qualcomm AI Engine
- Unified Memory (RAM): 6 GB / 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR4X RAM
- Internal Storage Options: 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.1 flash storage
- Thermal Management: Multi-layer graphite dissipation sheets.
4. Comprehensive Camera Architecture
- Rear Triple Camera System:
- 64 MP Main Camera: 26 mm equivalent, ƒ/1.79 aperture, PDAF, 0.7µm pixels.
- 8 MP Ultra Wide Camera: 16 mm equivalent, ƒ/2.25 aperture, 119° field of view.
- 2 MP Mono Camera: ƒ/2.4 aperture.
- Front Selfie Camera:
- 16 MP Wide Camera: Sony IMX471 sensor, ƒ/2.45 aperture, 24 mm equivalent.
- Video Recording & Controls:
- 4K video recording at 30 fps
- Full HD 1080p video recording at 30/60 fps
- 720p slow-motion video recording at 120/240 fps
- EIS video stabilization
5. Battery, Power Management, and Charging
- Battery Configuration: High-density non-removable lithium-ion battery rated at 4,500 mAh.
- Playback Ratings: Full day active battery performance.
- Wired Charging: Warp Charge 30T Plus (5V/6A) fast charging via USB Type-C.
6. Connectivity, Networking, and Sensors
- Cellular & Wireless Modems:
- 5G Sub-6GHz network support
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
- Bluetooth 5.1 wireless technology
- NFC, 3.5mm Audio Jack, and Google Pay
- GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO positioning systems
- SIM Card Architecture: Dual Nano-SIM support.
- Sensor Suite: In-display optical fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic sensor, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor.
7. Audio, Multimedia, and Operating System
- Audio System: Single bottom loudspeaker with 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Microphone Array: Dual microphone noise suppression setup.
- Software Platform: Ships pre-installed with OxygenOS 11 featuring Dark Mode & Zen Mode (upgradable to OxygenOS 13) and guaranteed 2 years of OS upgrades.
- Accessibility: Full Android accessibility suite including TalkBack, Voice Access, Switch Access, and hearing aid compatibility.
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