OnePlus Nord 5 India Launch: Specs, Price & Key Features Unveiled

OnePlus is set to expand its popular Nord lineup with the debut of the OnePlus Nord 5 in India on 8 July 2025 at 2 PM IST, alongside the Nord CE 5 and OnePlus Buds 4 at its summer launch event. This marks a milestone for the Nord series, as it will be the first to pack a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset—traditionally reserved for higher-end models—bringing flagship-level performance to the mid-range segment. For OnePlus enthusiasts and value-focused buyers alike, the Nord 5 promises a compelling blend of design, power, and features at an attractive price point 

Design & Display

Early teasers and leaks suggest that the Nord 5 will sport a modern, minimalist aesthetic. The phone is expected to shed the classic Alert Slider in favor of a new customizable Plus Key on the right edge, streamlining the side profile and offering one-touch access to shortcuts or apps. On the front, you can look forward to a large, uninterrupted viewing area thanks to a subtle hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera.

Screen size & type: Leaks point to a 6.83-inch AMOLED panel

Resolution & refresh rate: Approximately 1.5K (≈ QHD+) with up to 144 Hz refresh for ultra-smooth scrolling and gaming 

Design highlights: Vertically aligned pill-shaped camera module; color options expected in “Dry Ice” pale blue and possibly darker hues

Performance & Chipset

At the heart of the Nord 5 will be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3—a variant of the flagship 8 Gen 3 optimized for power efficiency and thermal management. This represents a big step up from last year’s mid-tier CPUs:

CPU & GPU: Octa-core Kryo configuration and Adreno GPU, delivering flagship-class benchmarks

Memory: LPDDR5X RAM for rapid multitasking and reduced power draw

Cooling: Enhanced vapor-chamber cooling system to sustain high frame rates in gaming sessions 

In practical terms, you can expect seamless app launches, effortless switching between demanding apps, and gaming performance rivaling much more expensive devices.

Camera System

Although OnePlus has kept full details under wraps, leaks and official teasers hint at a capable dual-camera array:

Main sensor: 50 MP primary shooter with optical image stabilization (OIS) for crisp photos in varied lighting

Ultra-wide / secondary lens: Likely a 50 MP front-facing camera, matching recent Nord trends of high-resolution selfies 

Video features: Expect up to 4K recording, with OnePlus’s signature video stabilization and color tuning.

These optics should cover the needs of most users, from landscape shots to portrait-style bokeh effects.

Battery & Charging

Battery life has long been a Nord strong-point, and the Nord 5 looks to extend that legacy:

Capacity: A hefty 6,700 mAh cell, one of the largest in its segment

Charging: 80 W Super VOOC wired charging promises a full recharge in roughly 30–35 minutes, based on past OnePlus VOOC speeds 

This combination suggests two-day endurance under mixed usage and lightning-fast top-ups whenever you need them.

Software & Special Features

Running out of the box on Oxygen OS (based on Android 15), the Nord 5 will include:

AI Plus Mind: OnePlus’s new AI assistant suite for on-device image editing, smart replies, and context-aware shortcuts 

Customizable Plus Key: Map it to capture screenshots, launch voice assistants, or toggle Do Not Disturb

Long-term updates: OnePlus typically offers two major OS upgrades and three years of security patches for Nord devices.

This blend of stock-inspired Android and OnePlus’s sleek additions aims to satisfy both performance purists and power users.

Expected Price & Availability

Drawing on OnePlus’s pricing history and current market positioning:

Estimated starting price: Around ₹29,999–₹31,999 for the base variant (8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage) 

Higher-end models: Likely extend up to ₹36,999 for 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage configurations

Pre-orders & launch offers: Retail via Amazon India, OnePlus.in, and partner retailers; early-bird bank discounts, exchange bonuses, and bundled Buds 4 deals expected.

Availability should kick off shortly after the 8 July livestream, with nationwide shipping and in-store demos by mid-July.

With the Nord 5, OnePlus is blurring the line between mid-range and flagship, introducing high-end silicon, premium design touches, and blistering fast charging—all at a sub-₹35,000 price. Whether you’re a gamer craving high frame rates, a shutterbug seeking versatile cameras, or simply someone after long battery life and clean software, the Nord 5 appears poised to deliver. Tune in on 8 July 2025 to get the full reveal—and prepare to see mid-range expectations redefined.