Rating 4.3 47 reviews
One Plus says the Nord is "pretty much everything you could ask for". That's a big call but this 5G phone certainly delivers plenty of fantastic features.

Nice to look at and scroll through

The Nord has an impressive 6.44-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate that allows for smoother scrolling and sharper swiping.  

Great shots back and front

The Nord is already receiving acclaim for the excellent shots from its camera set up: 48 + 8 +5 + 2MP rear cameras, with 32 + 8MP front cameras. What stands out are the 48MP primary sensor which comes with optical image stabilisation (OIS) to eliminate blur and shake, while the 32MP primary front camera includes advanced image processing smart features for clear and detailed selfies. 

Bright, brighter, brightest

A noteworthy feature of the Nord is the 2,048 levels of automatic brightness for smoother brightness transitions and enhanced eye comfort.  This is evident whether you're checking social media or browsing a web page.

Faster than before

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G Mobile Platform that powers the Nord improves CPU speeds and delivers 30% faster graphic rendering than its predecessor. The 8GB of RAM is more than enough to run all your favourite apps at once, and in seamless style. 

Charging at warp speed

Warp Charge 30T can refill Nord from 0 to 70% in just half an hour and, as an important bonus, it will even keep your phone cool during heavy use.
Manufacturer: OnePlus
Ars Technica
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

The OnePlus Nord is one of OnePlus' strongest launches ever, just because it offers so much for such a low price. Like the OnePlus 7 Pro launch last year, the Nord is one of those phones that is just so miles ahead of its Android competition, it will probably compare favorably to mid-range phones...
Pros:
  • A 90Hz display, at this price range, is an absolutely killer feature
  • A flat, distortion-free display, just like every content, app, and website creator intended
  • A modern, slim bezel design that is indistinguishable from a flagship smartphone.
Cons:
  • OnePlus doesn't do monthly security updates. It'll be more like every other month
  • No always-on display
  • Facebook crapware
  • Shipping six mediocre cameras instead of two good cameras.
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HotHardware
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

OnePlus Nord Software And User Experience We really like OnePlus’ take on Android 10. OxygenOS 10.5 (as it’s called) is quick, smooth, and always a pleasure to use. Most importantly, it’s almost stock.
Pros:
  • Really nice 90Hz display
  • Good enough cameras w/ OIS
  • Excellent performance
  • Stock Android
  • Great value
Cons:
  • Plastic mid-frame
  • really?
  • Not sold in the US
  • No wireless charging
  • No headphone jack
Read more on HotHardware
Digital Camera World
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

On paper, OnePlus is doing everything right with its first midrange smartphone in years. The Nord looks the business, packs a rich, flagship-grade design and combines a tried and tested rear-camera set-up with a dual-selfie camera - cue the youth appeal.
Pros:
  • Simple
  • premium design
  • Low-cost 5G
  • Best-in-class screen
Cons:
  • No telephoto camera
  • Underwhelming ultra-wide shots
  • Poor macro camera
  • No wireless charging
Read more on Digital Camera World
PC Magazine
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Grey Onyx MP 04041 review

The OnePlus Nord is a smooth, attractive phone that shows what we're missing in the US when it comes to affordable 5G handsets.
Pros:
  • Affordable
  • Gorgeous build
  • Excellent front-facing cameras
  • Fast and smooth performance
Cons:
  • Doesn't work well on US networks
Read more on PC Magazine
Review Geek
5 years ago

Oneplus Nord Dual SIM 5G (8GB RAM, 128GB, Gray) - BRAND NEW review

July 21st saw OnePlus release its latest handset: the OnePlus Nord. This new addition to the OnePlus line is aimed squarely at those who want flagship features at an affordable price.
Pros:
  • Inexpensive, Great camera, Nice software tweaks, Zen Mode, Plenty of storage and RAM, Looks like a flagship handset
Cons:
  • Lots of comparable alternatives, Camera bump protrudes too far from the handset, Downgraded chipset, No SD card slot
Read more on Review Geek
Stuff.tv
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord review review

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Guardian
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

The OnePlus Nord is a very good phone full stop – and an absolute bargain at only £379. It looks the part. The screen is great. The rear main camera is great and the battery life is very good.
Read more on Guardian
Droid Life
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

OnePlus Nord marks the return of OnePlus phones to a more affordable price point after years of the company jacking up prices on its normal flagship line to Samsung Galaxy levels. It’s a welcomed move by a company who does a lot right with an Android phone, they just can’t seem to stop pricing...
Read more on Droid Life
News18
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

The OnePlus Nord is priced Rs 24,999 onwards and is available in three variants and you get the choice of Blue Marble and Gray Onyx colour options.
Read more on News18
Android Police
5 years ago

OnePlus Nord 8+128GB Blue Marble MP 04042 review

OnePlus got started with affordable so-called “flagship killers” like the OnePlus One and OnePlus 3. But over the years, its phones have become more expensive (as have most phones, to be fair).
Pros:
  • Build quality Plastic frame aside, this feels just like a OnePlus phone should — it’s well made and likely to be durable over time
  • Display Smooth 90Hz AMOLED panel with a good-enough 1080p resolution and decent brightness levels. It’s also flat, which means no accidental touches or tinted sides.
Cons:
  • Design It’s not unattractive, but it’s certainly a step down from the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro — you just can’t beat those matte glass finishes and centered camera modules
  • Cameras (again) Sensor crop zoom is terrible past 2x.
Read more on Android Police
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