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OnePlus·Budget · Released Apr 2022

Nord CE 2 Lite

Budget Nord with Snapdragon 695 and 33W charging.

64/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$240
Color · Black Dusk
Display
6.59" FHD+ IPS 120Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 695 5G
RAM
6/8 GB
Storage
128 GB + microSD
Battery
5000 mAh, 33W
Main camera
64 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro
Weight
195 g
Quick answer

The Nord CE 2 Lite is a budget OnePlus smartphone released Apr 2022, with a launch price of $240. It pairs the Snapdragon 695 5G with a 6.59" FHD+ IPS 120Hz display, a 64 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro main camera and a 5000 mAh, 33W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 64/100 — Nord at its most affordable. Standout strengths: 120hz + 5g + 33w charging at $240 and 5000 mah all-day battery. Main trade-off: ips not amoled.

AI Snapshot

Nord at its most affordable.

Nord CE 2 Lite anchored the bottom of the Nord line at $240 — 120Hz, 5G via Snapdragon 695 and 33W charging — bringing the OnePlus name to budget buyers in India and Europe.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display74
Camera62
Performance64
Battery80
Build64
  • 120Hz + 5G + 33W charging at $240
  • 5000 mAh all-day battery
  • microSD + 3.5 mm jack

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, 120Hz
Size
6.59 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2412 px
Main
64 MP, f/1.79
Depth
2 MP
Macro
2 MP
Selfie
16 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v9
Δ class avg -75.3%
This
400,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Nord CE 2 Lite compares

Nord CE 2 LiteGalaxy S8Nord CE 3 Lite
SpecEagle score646464
ChipsetSnapdragon 695 5GSD 835Snapdragon 695
Display6.59" FHD+ IPS 120Hz5.8" QHD+ AMOLED6.72" LCD 120 Hz
Main camera64 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro12 MP · f/1.7108 MP
Battery5000 mAh, 33W3,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$240$720$299

Frequently asked questions

When was the Nord CE 2 Lite released?

The Nord CE 2 Lite was released in Apr 2022.

How much does the Nord CE 2 Lite cost?

The Nord CE 2 Lite launched at $240 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Nord CE 2 Lite screen size and type?

The Nord CE 2 Lite has a 6.59" FHD+ IPS 120Hz display.

What chipset does the Nord CE 2 Lite use?

The Nord CE 2 Lite is powered by the Snapdragon 695 5G chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Nord CE 2 Lite have?

The Nord CE 2 Lite ships with 6/8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Nord CE 2 Lite battery capacity?

The Nord CE 2 Lite has a 5000 mAh, 33W battery.

What is the Nord CE 2 Lite main camera?

The Nord CE 2 Lite has a 64 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro main camera.

Does the Nord CE 2 Lite have 5G?

The Nord CE 2 Lite supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).

Does the Nord CE 2 Lite have a headphone jack?

The Nord CE 2 Lite has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Nord CE 2 Lite weigh?

The Nord CE 2 Lite weighs 195 g.

What colours does the Nord CE 2 Lite come in?

The Nord CE 2 Lite is available in 2 colours: Black Dusk, Blue Tide.

Is the Nord CE 2 Lite worth buying?

Nord CE 2 Lite anchored the bottom of the Nord line at $240 — 120Hz, 5G via Snapdragon 695 and 33W charging — bringing the OnePlus name to budget buyers in India and Europe. SpecEagle gives the Nord CE 2 Lite an editorial score of 64/100.

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