OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
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Design14
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Rear Camera11
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Front Camera4
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks3
Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G -
Octa core (2.7 GHz, Single Core + 2.2 GHz, Tri core + 1.9 GHz, Quad core) -
8 GB / 12 GB RAM
Display
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6.7 inches (17.02 cm); Fluid AMOLED -
1080x2412 px (FHD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
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Triple Camera Setup - 50 MP (upto 20x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 8 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
- 2 MP Macro Camera
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LED Flash -
4k @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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16 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Screen flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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5000 mAh -
80W Super VOOC Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) -
5G Supported -
128 GB / 256 GB Storage, Expandable upto 1 TB
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OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
8.0/10
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE3 5G is a capable device at what it does. It delivers a good combination of hardware and bloat-free software, resulting in a smooth user experience. However, the only niggle is that upon comparing it with the competition, the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G doesn`t seem to have any standout feature worth shouting about.
Pros
- Lovely screen
- Acceptable performance
- Day-long battery life
- Decent cameras
Cons
- Lowlight photography could have been better
- Plastic build
- No alert slider
Design and display
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Despite its affordable price point, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G rivals the sleek appearance of the pricier OnePlus Nord 3 5G. The new handset boasts a rather compact form factor with flat edges, making it quite ergonomic for everyday use. Furthermore, the handset sports dual camera rings, as well as an LED flash, around the back. On the bottom edge, you'll find a USB Type-C port, a speaker grille, and a SIM tray. The top edge houses an IR Blaster, while the right side features a volume rocker and power button for easy access.
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Cameras
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The camera performance of the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G closely matches that of the OnePlus Nord 3 5G. This smartphone boasts a triple rear camera setup, featuring a 50MP OIS Sony IMX890 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. In daylight conditions, the primary sensor captures 12.5MP images with impressive details and well-saturated colours. However, there is a slight issue with the dynamic range, which can result in slightly blown-out areas and fewer details in shadows. Nevertheless, the overall image quality remains quite acceptable.
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Performance and software
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Coming to performance, the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G is powered by Qualcomm's mid-range Snapdragon 782G SoC under the hood. The chipset contributes to the handset's decent performance on benchmarking sites, with scores of 643,348 on AnTuTu v10 and 1,118 and 2,767 on Geekbench's single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. However, during the CPU Throttle test, the handset throttles to 76 percent of its peak performance and gets a bit warm while handling 50 threads for a duration of 30 minutes.
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Battery and charging speeds
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The OnePlus Nord CE3 5G houses a 5,000mAh battery, capable of comfortably lasting a full day. The device achieved a score of 14 hours and 23 minutes on the PCMark battery test. In my usage, which encompassed activities like browsing, scrolling through social media apps, gaming, and streaming movies and TV shows, I consistently attained nearly 6 hours of screen-on time.
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8.0/10
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE3 5G is a capable device at what it does. It delivers a good combination of hardware and bloat-free software, resulting in a smooth user experience. However, the only niggle is that upon comparing it with the competition, the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G doesn`t seem to have any standout feature worth shouting about.
- Lovely screen
- Acceptable performance
- Day-long battery life
- Decent cameras
Pros
- Lowlight photography could have been better
- Plastic build
- No alert slider
Cons
Despite its affordable price point, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G rivals the sleek appearance of the pricier OnePlus Nord 3 5G. The new handset boasts a rather compact form factor with flat edges, making it quite ergonomic for everyday use. Furthermore, the handset sports dual camera rings, as well as an LED flash, around the back. On the bottom edge, you'll find a USB Type-C port, a speaker grille, and a SIM tray. The top edge houses an IR Blaster, while the right side features a volume rocker and power button for easy access.
Read MoreThe camera performance of the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G closely matches that of the OnePlus Nord 3 5G. This smartphone boasts a triple rear camera setup, featuring a 50MP OIS Sony IMX890 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. In daylight conditions, the primary sensor captures 12.5MP images with impressive details and well-saturated colours. However, there is a slight issue with the dynamic range, which can result in slightly blown-out areas and fewer details in shadows. Nevertheless, the overall image quality remains quite acceptable.
Read MoreComing to performance, the OnePlus Nord CE3 5G is powered by Qualcomm's mid-range Snapdragon 782G SoC under the hood. The chipset contributes to the handset's decent performance on benchmarking sites, with scores of 643,348 on AnTuTu v10 and 1,118 and 2,767 on Geekbench's single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. However, during the CPU Throttle test, the handset throttles to 76 percent of its peak performance and gets a bit warm while handling 50 threads for a duration of 30 minutes.
Read MoreThe OnePlus Nord CE3 5G houses a 5,000mAh battery, capable of comfortably lasting a full day. The device achieved a score of 14 hours and 23 minutes on the PCMark battery test. In my usage, which encompassed activities like browsing, scrolling through social media apps, gaming, and streaming movies and TV shows, I consistently attained nearly 6 hours of screen-on time.
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OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | August 4, 2023 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| OS Updates | 2 Years |
| Security Updates | 3 Years |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
(Very Good)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G | |||||||
| Processor | Octa core (2.7 GHz, Single core, Kryo 670 + 2.2 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 670 + 1.9 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 670) | |||||||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||||||
| Fabrication | 6 nm | |||||||
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 642L | |||||||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | |||||||
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |||||||
Speed Test (Antutu Score)
The higher, the better
OPPO K13 Turbo 5G
1,649,304
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
1,149,292
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
1,136,527
realme P4
775,973
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
692,185
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
676,978
realme 15T
448,625
*Group: 19-29k Phones
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Bootup Time
The lower, the better
Wobble One
14 s
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
18 s
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
19 s
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
24 s
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
25 s
realme P4
27 s
Xiaomi Redmi 15
34 s
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
Battery Drain*
The lower, the better
iQOO Z10
3 %
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
4 %
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
5 %
realme P4
5 %
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
6 %
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
7 %
Wobble One
10 %
*Group: 19-29k Phones
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Heating*
The lower, the better
realme 15
3.9 %
realme P4
12.7 %
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
16.4 %
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
18.1 %
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
18.9 %
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
19.5 %
OPPO F29
50.2 %
*Group: 19-29k Phones
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | Fluid AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 950 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.1:9 |
| Pixel Density | 394 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 88.23 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 93.4 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 162.7 mm |
| Width | 75.5 mm |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 184 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Plastic |
Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Macro Mode |
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| Camera Features |
20 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Filters Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
4k @30 fps Full HD @60 fps |
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| Video Recording Features |
Dual Video Recording Slow Motion Ultra Steady Video Extra HD Bokeh portrait video |
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Rear Camera Samples
Wide Angle
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Daylight Auto / HDR OFF
Daylight / HDR ON
Macro
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Flash | Yes, Screen flash | |||||||||||
| Camera Features | Fixed Focus | |||||||||||
| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
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Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | |
| Quick Charging | Yes, 80W Super VOOC Charging, 61% in 15 minutes | |
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Battery Test Results
Charging Time (20% to 100%)
The lower, the better
OPPO F29
.1 hrs
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB
.5 hrs
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
.7 hrs
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
.8 hrs
realme P4
1.0 hrs
OnePlus Nord CE 6 5G
1.1 hrs
Wobble One
1.7 hrs
*Group: 19-29k Phones
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 1 TB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM | |||||||||
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) | |||||||||
| Network Support | 5G, 4G | |||||||||
| VoLTE | Yes | |||||||||
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SAR Value | Head: 1.171 W/kg, Body: 0.912 W/kg | |||||||||
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz 6GHz, MIMO | |||||||||
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot | |||||||||
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 | |||||||||
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass | |||||||||
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB User Reviews
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G 256GB Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G |
| RAM & Storage | 8 GB RAM + 128 GB 12 GB RAM + 256 GB |
| Display | 6.7", 1080 x 2412 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G (8 GB + 128 GB) | ₹17,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G (12 GB + 256 GB) | ₹23,749 |
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