OnePlus Nord CE4

OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G Review

Pros:

• Long battery life with 5,500mAh
• 100W fast charging (charger included)
• Clean OxygenOS on Android 14
• Solid performance with Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
• Good camera performance in daylight and dim conditions

Cons:

• Only two years of Android OS updates
• Average video stabilization; lacks 4K60fps recording
• Retains the 16MP selfie camera
• Lacks alert slider
• Plastic build

Verdict: The OnePlus Nord CE 4 offers significant upgrades over its predecessor, with excellent battery life, fast charging, and solid performance. However, its two-year update promise and average video stabilization are drawbacks. Suitable for everyday use, but design-conscious users may prefer alternatives.

Rating: 8/10

OnePlus Nord CE 4 Review

Rating: 3.5/5

• Design & Display:

  • Colors: Celadon Marble, Dark Chrome
  • 6.7" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
  • IP54, AquaTouch tech

• Performance:

  • Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
  • 8GB RAM, up to 256GB storage
  • OxygenOS 14 (Android 14)
  • Good for daily tasks, moderate gaming

• Camera:

  • 50MP main, 8MP ultra-wide
  • OIS support
  • Decent in all lighting, some issues at night and with zoom

• Battery:

  • 5,500mAh, 100W charging
  • Lasts over a day with moderate use

• Verdict:

  • Strong mid-range contender
  • Good battery, display, and software support
  • Lacks high-end gaming performance

OnePlus Nord CE4 Hands-on Review

Introduction

• Flagship: Follows OnePlus 12.
• Positioning: Above potential Nord CE4 Lite.
• Upgrades:
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 7 Gen 3.
  • Camera: Sony LYT600.
  • Battery: 5500mAh with 100W charging.

Competition

• Rival: Nothing Phone (2a).

Unboxing

• Contents:
  • Phone
  • 100W charger
  • Red USB-A to USB-C cable
  • Protective silicone case
  • SIM tray ejector
  • Stickers

OnePlus Nord CE4 Review: Key Points

• Design: Clean, elegant design with Celadon Marble and Dark Chrome variants. IP54 protection.
• Display: 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED, cooler tone colors, not as bright as rivals.
• Performance: Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
• Battery: 5500mAh, 100W charging, excellent battery life.
• Camera: 50MP main sensor with OIS, 8MP wide-angle, decent performance in most scenarios.
• Software: ColorOS 14, only two Android updates.
• Missing Features: No alert slider, NFC, or macro capabilities. Wide-angle camera and video recording are subpar.
• Competition: Nothing Phone 2a and POCO X6 Pro offer better hardware and software updates.
• Price: ₹24,999 ($300) for 8GB/128GB, ₹26,999 ($324) for 8GB/256GB.