OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
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Design22
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Rear Camera15
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Videos4
Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 -
Octa core (2.63 GHz, Single Core + 2.4 GHz, Tri core + 1.8 GHz, Quad core) -
8 GB RAM, LPDDR4X
Display
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6.7 inches (17.02 cm); AMOLED -
1080x2412 px (FHD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 50 MP (upto 20x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 8 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
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Dual 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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5500 mAh, Li-Polymer -
100W 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 -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB Compare Camera Samples
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
8.0/10
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE4 features many thoughtful upgrades, making it a much more compelling option than last year's Nord CE3. The phone also checks many boxes for everyday users, whether it is the display, battery, or performance. Its cameras are also good, if not the best. While the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC promises cutting-edge AI features, we are still awaiting the availability of those features from OnePlus.
Pros
- Vivid display
- Reliable cameras
- Clean Android 14 experience
- Solid battery
Cons
- Limited Android OS update promise
- Average video recording
Design and display
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If you compare the Nord CE3 and Nord CE4 side by side, evident changes include the colour and placement of the rear cameras.
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Cameras
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As mentioned, the Nord CE4 includes two cameras on the back as it ditches the 2MP macro lens. This also means one less camera feature compared to last year. The primary camera now utilises a new 50MP Sony LYT-600 sensor with OIS (optical image stabilisation) support. There still remains an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The front retains a 16MP selfie camera.
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Performance and software
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The OnePlus Nord CE4 draws power from Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC. The phone utilises LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The base variant now offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, priced at Rs 24,999. The top model (Rs 26,999), which I am also using, offers 256GB storage. The phone offers a hybrid SIM slot, meaning you can simultaneously use two SIM cards or have one SIM and a microSD card for additional storage (up to 1TB).
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Battery
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There's also not much to complain about the battery backup, thanks to a new and chunkier 5,500mAh unit. Despite carrying a bigger battery, the Nord CE4's weight has only increased by 2 grams to 186 grams, which is truly impressive.
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8.0/10
Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE4 features many thoughtful upgrades, making it a much more compelling option than last year's Nord CE3. The phone also checks many boxes for everyday users, whether it is the display, battery, or performance. Its cameras are also good, if not the best. While the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC promises cutting-edge AI features, we are still awaiting the availability of those features from OnePlus.
- Vivid display
- Reliable cameras
- Clean Android 14 experience
- Solid battery
Pros
- Limited Android OS update promise
- Average video recording
Cons
Design and display
+If you compare the Nord CE3 and Nord CE4 side by side, evident changes include the colour and placement of the rear cameras.
Read MoreCameras
+As mentioned, the Nord CE4 includes two cameras on the back as it ditches the 2MP macro lens. This also means one less camera feature compared to last year. The primary camera now utilises a new 50MP Sony LYT-600 sensor with OIS (optical image stabilisation) support. There still remains an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The front retains a 16MP selfie camera.
Read MorePerformance and software
+The OnePlus Nord CE4 draws power from Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC. The phone utilises LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The base variant now offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, priced at Rs 24,999. The top model (Rs 26,999), which I am also using, offers 256GB storage. The phone offers a hybrid SIM slot, meaning you can simultaneously use two SIM cards or have one SIM and a microSD card for additional storage (up to 1TB).
Read MoreBattery
+There's also not much to complain about the battery backup, thanks to a new and chunkier 5,500mAh unit. Despite carrying a bigger battery, the Nord CE4's weight has only increased by 2 grams to 186 grams, which is truly impressive.
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | April 4, 2024 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| OS Updates | 2 Years |
| Security Updates | 3 Years |
| Custom UI | Oxygen OS |
Performance
(Very Good)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 View Details | |||||||
| Processor | Octa core (2.63 GHz, Single core, Cortex A715 + 2.4 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A715 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) | |||||||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||||||
| Fabrication | 4 nm | |||||||
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 720 | |||||||
| RAM | 8 GB | |||||||
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |||||||
Speed Test (Antutu Score)
The higher, the better
OnePlus Nord CE 5 5G
1,402,278
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
819,347
vivo T4
797,572
OPPO K13 5G
699,303
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
692,185
OnePlus N6 5G
588,319
Alcatel V3 Ultra
376,729
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Bootup Time
The lower, the better
Wobble One
14 s
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
19 s
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
22 s
vivo T4
23 s
OPPO K13 5G
26 s
OnePlus N6 5G
30 s
realme C83 5G
39 s
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
Battery Drain*
The lower, the better
vivo T4
3 %
iQOO Z10
3 %
OPPO K13 5G
4 %
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
7 %
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
7 %
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
7 %
Alcatel V3 Ultra
10 %
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Heating*
The lower, the better
Infinix GT 30
10.0 %
OPPO K13 5G
10.6 %
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
12.5 %
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
18.1 %
Moto G57 Power
21.5 %
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
26.6 %
vivo T4
41.2 %
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 1100 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 900 nits |
| PWM Dimming | 2160 Hz |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.1:9 |
| Pixel Density | 394 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 88.57 % |
| 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 | 162.5 mm |
| Width | 75.3 mm |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP54 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus, Continuous Autofocus | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OIS | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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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 HD @240 fps |
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| Video Recording Features |
Dual Video Recording Slow Motion Ultra Steady Video Bokeh portrait video |
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Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Wide Angle
Max Zoom Supported 20x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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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 | 5500 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 100W Super VOOC Charging, 100% in 29 minutes | |||
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Battery Test Results
Battery Life (PC Mark)
The higher, the better
POCO M8x 5G
22.3 hrs
OnePlus N6 5G
18.3 hrs
vivo T4
18.0 hrs
OPPO K13 5G
17.0 hrs
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
16.0 hrs
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
11.0 hrs
Samsung Galaxy M36
8.7 hrs
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Charging Time (20% to 100%)
The lower, the better
Motorola Edge 60 Stylus
0.6 hrs
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB
0.6 hrs
OPPO K13 5G
0.7 hrs
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
0.7 hrs
vivo T4
0.8 hrs
OnePlus N6 5G
1.5 hrs
realme C83 5G
2.5 hrs
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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
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
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| SAR Value | Head: 1.158 W/kg, Body: 0.911 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, v5.4 | |||||||||
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
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 |
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G 256GB Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 |
| RAM & Storage | 8 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 256 GB |
| Display | 6.7", 1080 x 2412 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5500 mAh |
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