After weeks of rumors and leaks, The OnePlus Nord 5 is about to see the light of day, and the anticipation, as expected, is growing. This is the brand's next mid-range offering, rolling out the red carpet on July 8th. And beware, because the smartphone isn't coming alone.
New processor and technical specifications
Although we still lack a lot of information, everything points to the new Nord 5 arriving with a renewed technical sheet, finding a terminal that relies on the processor Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 -and not because of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chip, as was initially suggested. This guarantees a fairly solid option not only for everyday tasks but also for those who like to play games on their mobile.
Without having concrete figures, we know that it will have RAM memory LPDDR5 (expected to be 12GB), which should deliver smooth performance even for users who are demanding a lot from their device. The Nord 5 should ship with Android 15 and the OxygenOS 15 customization layer as an interface for its management.
The device will also incorporate a thermal management system with Cryo-Velocity VC vapor chamber, which offers graphene technology identical to that equipped in OnePlus 13.
Screen, battery and other niceties
This model is rumored to be their 1,5K flat OLED display and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. The panel would thus have a above-average resolution in its price range, as well as coming with fingerprint sensor under the glass.
In the autonomy section, the rumors are not short: the OnePlus Nord 5 could incorporate a huge 7.000 mAh battery, with support for fast charging up to 100W via cableThese figures would place it above most of its direct competitors, leaving behind typical offerings of around 5.000 mAh and approaching the latest options in telephony.
The Nord 5's camera system is expected to follow the same line as previous models, albeit with some improvements. A 50MP main camera with optical stabilization (OIS), 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 16MP front camera. Furthermore, rumors also point to stereo speakers and a design that would combine a glass back and a plastic frame.
Other extra releases
OnePlus is ready to go all out, and if you don't believe it, pay attention to this: not only will it soon unveil the Nord 5, but we'll also be introduced to the Nord CE5, the headphones. OnePlus buds 4, a new compact wearable (the OnePlus Watch 3 43 mm), and its latest tablet, la Pad Lite.
The latter is an entry-level model that will be available in Europe, promising to combine entertainment and productivity at a most affordable price.
Release date and estimated price
The date set for the global presentation is July 8th. As for the distribution, it seems that the Nord 5 yes it will arrive in Europe, unlike the CE 5 version, which could remain in India for the time being.
Regarding the price, although it is not yet official, estimates place the standard model close to 500 Euros, while the Nord CE 5 could be around 300 Euros, depending on the chosen configuration.
With its specs, there's no doubt the OnePlus Nord 5 aims to shake up the competition in its segment, offering a high-quality display, solid features, and outstanding battery life that could make it a very attractive option for many users. We're eager to find out more.
