OnePlus Expands Nord Lineup in India
At its Summer Launch event on July 8, 2025, OnePlus introduced the Nord 5, Nord CE 5, and the new Buds 4 TWS earbuds, targeting the enthusiastic Indian market. These devices represent a strategic push in the mid-range segment with enhanced specs and modern features.
Highlights of OnePlus Nord 5
The Nord 5 claims flagship-level performance, powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and paired with up to 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM. It sports a 6.83″ AMOLED display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and 1,800 nits peak brightness, protected by Gorilla Glass 7i and IP65-rated water resistance 1.
Photography is led by a 50 MP Sony LYT-700 primary sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50 MP front camera capable of 4K‑60fps video recording 2. A massive 6,800 mAh battery supports 80 W SuperVOOC fast charging, while the Plus Key replaces the classic alert slider for customized shortcuts 3.
Details of OnePlus Nord CE 5
The more affordable Nord CE 5 is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex, runs Android 15/OxygenOS 15, and offers up to 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage 4.
Its 6.77″ AMOLED display supports 120 Hz refresh and 1,400 nits peak brightness. The 50 MP Sony LYT‑600 OIS rear camera and 16 MP front sensor deliver solid imaging. A generous 7,100 mAh battery with 80 W fast charging rounds out the package 5.
OnePlus Buds 4: Premium Audio Goes Mini
The Buds 4 feature a coaxial dual-driver system with 11 mm woofers and 6 mm tweeters, dual DACs, and support for LHDC 5.0, offering high-resolution sound. They weigh just 4.7 g per earbud and include adaptive ANC up to 55 dB, Game Mode, and AI translation 6.
With 45 hours playback (case included), the Buds 4 balance performance and portability, rivaling higher-priced TWS models 7.
Pricing & Availability
The Nord 5 starts at ₹31,999 (8+256 GB), with 12+256 GB at ₹34,999 and 12+512 GB at ₹37,999. It goes on sale from July 9 at 12 PM via Amazon, OnePlus Store, Flipkart, and more 8.
The Nord CE 5 is priced from ₹24,999 for 8+128 GB, ₹26,999 for 8+256 GB, and ₹28,999 for 12+256 GB, available from July 12 9.
The Buds 4 are launched at ₹5,999, but early discounts bring them to ~₹5,499 10.
Trivia & Tech Insights
- Nord 5’s Plus Key debuted on the OnePlus 13s, enabling quick actions like toggling profiles or capturing screenshots 11.
- Both phones ship with Android 15 and OxygenOS 15, marking OnePlus’s continued alliance with Google’s latest OS 12.
- Nord CE 5’s 7,100 mAh battery is among the largest in its segment, prioritizing endurance 13.
- OnePlus Buds 4’s dual‑driver setup and LHDC support position them as flagship-killer earbuds under ₹6,000 14.
With the Nord 5 and CE 5, OnePlus delivers high-refresh displays, flagship-level processors, and impressive battery capacities. Supported by feature-rich Buds 4, the lineup offers compelling value across mid-range segments in India.
Source: Latestly