OnePlus Nord 5
The first 144 Hz Nord, with a flagship-last-year chip and a 6,800 mAh cell.
The OnePlus Nord 5 is a upper mid-range OnePlus smartphone released Jul 2025, with a launch price of $449. It pairs the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 with a 6.83" AMOLED 144 Hz display, a 50 MP · OIS main camera and a 6,800 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 78/100 — The Nord finally stops compromising. Standout strengths: 144 hz 1.5k amoled — sharpest, fastest nord panel yet. and 6,800 mah silicon-carbon for genuine two-day life. Main trade-off: 8 mp ultrawide is the weak corner.
The Nord finally stops compromising.
Nord 5 fixes the two things that always held the line back — a 60/90 Hz-feeling panel and middling battery — with a 144 Hz 1.5K screen and a 6,800 mAh silicon-carbon cell. The 8s Gen 3 keeps it quick. The ultrawide and the lack of IP68 are the only places OnePlus still cut.
Read the full review- 144 Hz 1.5K AMOLED — sharpest, fastest Nord panel yet.
- 6,800 mAh silicon-carbon for genuine two-day life.
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 games above its price.
- 50 MP autofocus selfie for vloggers.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the OnePlus Nord 5 compares
| OnePlus Nord 5 | iPhone 13 mini | OnePlus 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 865 |
| Display | 6.83" AMOLED 144 Hz | 5.4" OLED 60 Hz | 6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 48 MP · f/1.78 |
| Battery | 6,800 mAh | 2,406 mAh | 4,510 mAh |
| Launch price | $449 | $699 | $899 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the OnePlus Nord 5 released?
The OnePlus Nord 5 was released in Jul 2025.
How much does the OnePlus Nord 5 cost?
The OnePlus Nord 5 launched at $449 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the OnePlus Nord 5 screen size and type?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a 6.83" AMOLED 144 Hz display.
What chipset does the OnePlus Nord 5 use?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the OnePlus Nord 5 have?
The OnePlus Nord 5 ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the OnePlus Nord 5 battery capacity?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a 6,800 mAh battery.
How fast does the OnePlus Nord 5 charge?
The OnePlus Nord 5 supports 80 W SUPERVOOC wired charging.
What is the OnePlus Nord 5 main camera?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a 50 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the OnePlus Nord 5 have a headphone jack?
The OnePlus Nord 5 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the OnePlus Nord 5 get software updates?
The OnePlus Nord 5 update policy: 4 OS + 6 yr security.
How much does the OnePlus Nord 5 weigh?
The OnePlus Nord 5 weighs 211 g.
What colours does the OnePlus Nord 5 come in?
The OnePlus Nord 5 is available in 3 colours: Phantom Grey, Dry Ice, Marble Sands.
Is the OnePlus Nord 5 worth buying?
Nord 5 fixes the two things that always held the line back — a 60/90 Hz-feeling panel and middling battery — with a 144 Hz 1.5K screen and a 6,800 mAh silicon-carbon cell. The 8s Gen 3 keeps it quick. The ultrawide and the lack of IP68 are the only places OnePlus still cut. SpecEagle gives the OnePlus Nord 5 an editorial score of 78/100.
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