New Delhi, India – July 8, 2025 – OnePlus has officially launched its much-awaited OnePlus Nord 5 and Nord CE 5 smartphones in India, bringing several major upgrades to its popular Nord series. Alongside the phones, the company has also introduced the new OnePlus Buds 4, adding even more depth to its product ecosystem.

The OnePlus Nord 5 is the front-runner, bringing a number of great improvements. At its heart is Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, giving this mid-range device a taste of flagship-level performance. With LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB of storage options, the Nord 5 can handle demanding tasks like gaming and multitasking with ease.

Photography enthusiasts will love the phone’s versatile camera setup. The Nord 5 sports a 50MP LYT-700 main rear sensor, supported by an 8MP ultra-wide lens for great shots. For selfies, there is a high-resolution 50MP JN5 front camera with autofocus. Both the front and rear cameras can shoot crisp 4K videos at 60fps. To keep the device cool during heavy usage, OnePlus has included a large 7,300 sq mm vapor chamber for efficient heat dissipation.

In terms of price, the OnePlus Nord 5 has a starting price of ₹31,999 in India, but launch offers bring down its effective price to ₹29,999. The top-tier variant with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage comes at an effective price of ₹35,999. Customers can choose from three stylish colour options: Marble Sands, Phantom Grey, and Dry Ice. The Nord 5 will go on sale starting July 9.

The OnePlus Nord CE 5 is aimed at buyers looking for solid features at a low price. The model runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chipset, which offers a good balance between performance and power efficiency. On the front is a 6.77-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. The camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens on the back, while there is a 16MP selfie camera on the front. The Nord CE 5 packs a large 7,100mAh battery that supports 80W SuperVOOC fast charging - it takes just under an hour to fully charge.

The Nord CE 5 will start at ₹24,999 for the 8GB + 256GB version, with the offer bringing down the effective price to ₹22,999. The 12GB + 256GB model will sell at an effective price of ₹26,999. It will come in Nexus Blue, Black Infinity, and Marble Mist colours. The sale will begin on July 12.

Finally, the company completed the launch with the introduction of the OnePlus Buds 4. These new truly wireless earbuds come with dual drivers, dual DAC, support for Hi-Res LHDC 5.0, and 3D audio for a more immersive sound. They also offer up to 55dB of adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC) and offer a total playback time of up to 45 hours with the case. The Buds 4 are priced at ₹5,999, but buyers can buy them at an effective price of ₹5,499. They will be available starting July 9 alongside the Nord 5.

With this trio of launches, OnePlus aims to strengthen its foothold in India's highly competitive mid-range market, offering a solid mix of performance, camera quality, and value - while also expanding the legacy of the Nord series.

OnePlus Nord 5 (Highlights):

  • Display: 6.83-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED, 1800 nits peak brightness, Gorilla Glass 7i.

  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.

  • RAM/Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage.

  • Rear Camera: 50MP Sony LYT-700 (OIS) + 8MP ultrawide.

  • Front Camera: 50MP Samsung JN5 (Autofocus).

  • Battery: 6800mAh with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging.

  • OS: OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15.

  • Special Features: IP65 rating, Plus Key (customizable button), large VC cooling, Google Gemini integration.

  • Price (starting): ₹31,999

OnePlus Nord CE 5 (Highlights):

  • Display: 6.77-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED, 1430 nits peak brightness.

  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex.

  • RAM/Storage: Up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

  • Rear Camera: 50MP Sony LYT-600 (OIS) + 8MP ultrawide.

  • Front Camera: 16MP.

  • Battery: 7100mAh with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging.

  • OS: OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15.

  • Special Features: IP65 rating, large vapor chamber cooling, expandable storage (up to 1TB via microSD).

  • Price (starting): ₹24,999

OnePlus Buds 4 (Highlights):

  • Drivers: Coaxial Dual Driver system (11mm woofer + 6mm tweeter), Dual DACs.

  • Audio Codec: LHDC 5.0 (Hi-Res Wireless Audio certified).

  • ANC: Real-time Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (up to 55dB).

  • Battery Life: Up to 11 hours (earbuds only, ANC off), up to 45 hours total with case (ANC off).

  • Fast Charging: 10 mins charge for 11 hours playback (earbuds + case).

  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Dual-Device Connection, Steady Connect.

  • Latency: 47ms in Game Mode.

  • Durability: IP55 dust and water resistance.

  • Price: ₹5,999