The OnePlus Nord 5 brings flagship-grade performance, next-generation gaming, and low-light camera quality into the mid-range segment. Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a massive 6800 mAh battery, and a super-smooth 144 Hz AMOLED display, this phone is built for gamers, content creators, and power users who want speed, endurance and reliable cameras without paying true flagship prices.
With 50 MP front and rear cameras tuned for the night, long-term software support, and AI features from both OnePlus and Google, Nord 5 delivers a complete, future-ready smartphone experience.
Flagship Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Performance
The OnePlus Nord 5 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 mobile platform and fast LPDDR5X RAM, enabling:
- High-FPS gaming with support for up to 144 FPS in titles like PUBG and CODM
- Smooth multitasking and heavy app usage
- Faster app launches and more responsive UI
Combined with an advanced vapor chamber cooling system and high graphene density, the device is designed to maintain consistent frame rates and stable performance during extended gaming sessions.
144 Hz AMOLED Display with Aqua Touch
The Nord 5 features a category-leading 144 Hz AMOLED display with:
- 1.5K resolution (2800 x 1272)
- 450 ppi for sharp detail
- 10-bit colour for smooth gradients
- Up to 1400 nits HDR brightness for better outdoor visibility
Aqua Touch technology improves touch responsiveness even with moisture on the screen, making taps and swipes more accurate in real-world conditions. Thin 1.65 mm bezels and a flat panel provide an edge-to-edge, gaming-ready experience.
Beast-Mode 6800 mAh Battery with 80W Fast Charging
With a large 6800 mAh battery, the OnePlus Nord 5 is designed for long days of streaming, gaming and social use. Lab tests indicate:
- Up to 19.8 hours of YouTube playback (typical conditions)
- Long PUBG or CODM gaming sessions on a full charge
The 80W wired fast charging with Bypass Charging allows the phone to draw power directly from the charger while gaming, reducing heat and preserving long-term battery health. OnePlus’ Battery Health Engine is engineered to keep the battery above 80 percent health even after years of everyday use.
50 MP Front and Rear Cameras Optimised for Low Light
Nord 5 is built around two 50 MP cameras designed for day and night use:
- 50 MP ISOCELL JN5 selfie camera with autofocus and 4K 60 FPS video
- 50 MP Sony LYT-700 main camera with OIS, 2x zoom and 4K 60 FPS video
- 8 MP ultra-wide camera with 116° field of view
The imaging pipeline borrows HDR and colour algorithms from the OnePlus 13 series, delivering natural skin tones, better dynamic range and cleaner low-light photos. Whether you are shooting selfies, portraits, group shots or night scenes, Nord 5 is tuned for clarity and stability.
AI Imaging and Smart Tools
The OnePlus Nord 5 integrates AI on several levels to improve daily productivity and photography:
- AI Eraser, AI Perfect Shot, AI Reflection Remover and AI Reframe to clean up distractions, fix framing, reduce glare and rescue imperfect shots
- AI features designed to remove strangers, reflections and minor defects from photos with one tap
- Google Gemini integration for writing help, planning, learning and idea generation
These AI tools use a mix of on-device processing and secure Private Cloud Compute to protect user privacy while still delivering powerful features.
Open Canvas Multitasking
Nord 5 supports OnePlus Open Canvas split-screen multitasking, inspired by the brand’s foldable lineup. This allows:
- Flexible resizing of main and secondary apps
- Extended split-screen layouts beyond the physical display frame
- Quick three-finger screenshot for a specific side of the split screen
- Floating windows and drag-and-drop sharing between apps
Ideal for users who work, study, or manage content on the go.
Long-Term Software and Security Support
The device is backed by:
- Up to 4 major Android OS updates
- Up to 6 years of security updates
- System fluency certified for long-term smoothness
This makes the OnePlus Nord 5 a strong choice for buyers who want long-lasting performance and software support.
Design and Build
- Slim 8.1 mm body with a large 6800 mAh battery
- Slightly rounded frame for comfortable grip
- Modern, minimalist colour options including Marble Sands, Dry Ice and Phantom Grey
- Plus Key for quick access to frequently used functions like AI Translate, camera, torch, Do Not Disturb and more
