OnePlus·Mid · Released Jul 2023

Nord CE 3

Mid-range Nord with 80 W charging and big battery.

72/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$399
Color · Aqua Surge
Display
6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 782G
Memory
8 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.8
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
184 g
Quick answer

The Nord CE 3 is a mid OnePlus smartphone released Jul 2023, with a launch price of $399. It pairs the Snapdragon 782G with a 6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 72/100 — A Nord that brought back the jack and microSD. Standout strengths: 80 w charging + 5,000 mah. and imx890 ois main camera. Main trade-off: sd782g is mid.

AI Snapshot

A Nord that brought back the jack and microSD.

Nord CE 3 paired fast 80 W charging with a good IMX890 camera and the return of the headphone jack — a pragmatic mid-ranger.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display78
Camera68
Performance70
Battery84
Build72
Value78
  • 80 W charging + 5,000 mAh.
  • IMX890 OIS main camera.
  • Headphone jack + microSD return.
  • Alert slider.

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED, 120 Hz
Size
6.7 inches
Resolution
2,412 × 1,080 px
Main
50 MP Sony IMX890, f/1.8, OIS
Macro
2 MP
Selfie
16 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -65.4%
This
560,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -68.3%
This
920
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -69.1%
This
2,500
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -80.6%
This
12.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

How the Nord CE 3 compares

Nord CE 3Xperia 10 VINord CE 4
SpecEagle score727272
ChipsetSnapdragon 782GSD 6 Gen 1Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
Display6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz6.1" OLED 60 Hz6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera50 MP · f/1.848 MP · f/1.850 MP · f/1.8
Battery5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,500 mAh
Launch price$399$449$399

Frequently asked questions

When was the Nord CE 3 released?

The Nord CE 3 was released in Jul 2023.

How much does the Nord CE 3 cost?

The Nord CE 3 launched at $399 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Nord CE 3 screen size and type?

The Nord CE 3 has a 6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz display.

What chipset does the Nord CE 3 use?

The Nord CE 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 782G chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Nord CE 3 have?

The Nord CE 3 ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Nord CE 3 battery capacity?

The Nord CE 3 has a 5,000 mAh battery.

How fast does the Nord CE 3 charge?

The Nord CE 3 supports 80 W wired charging.

What is the Nord CE 3 main camera?

The Nord CE 3 has a 50 MP · f/1.8 main camera.

Does the Nord CE 3 have 5G?

The Nord CE 3 supports 5G (Sub-6).

Does the Nord CE 3 have a headphone jack?

The Nord CE 3 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the Nord CE 3 get software updates?

The Nord CE 3 update policy: 2 major OS.

How much does the Nord CE 3 weigh?

The Nord CE 3 weighs 184 g.

What colours does the Nord CE 3 come in?

The Nord CE 3 is available in 2 colours: Aqua Surge, Gray Shimmer.

Is the Nord CE 3 worth buying?

Nord CE 3 paired fast 80 W charging with a good IMX890 camera and the return of the headphone jack — a pragmatic mid-ranger. SpecEagle gives the Nord CE 3 an editorial score of 72/100.

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