A decent-value Android phone with a few upgrades, but notable downgrades versus the Nord 4 dim its appeal; boring design and unimpressive cameras hold it back.
A powerful, affordable phone with stellar battery life, but many features feel like a downgrade from the Nord 4. Not available in the US at time of writing.
Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 outperforms cheap rivals like Galaxy A56 and Pixel…
Stellar battery life
Google Gemini is an outstanding assistant
Bright, smooth 144Hz display
Prior Nord 4 was more powerful with a better battery
OnePlus AI features feel limited
Plastic sides and pill-shaped camera block feel less impressive
Only IP65 rating
Cameras serviceable but not best; no wireless charging
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