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.

Simple; premium design; Low-cost 5G; Best-in-class screen

No telephoto camera; Underwhelming ultra-wide shots; Poor macro camera; No wireless charging

OnePlus’ return to mid-range smartphones presents some strong competition to both older flagships and the current crop of budget devices. It has a big 6.4-inch screen that can run at 90Hz for a smoother software experience.

Big 90Hz screen; A mid-range smartphone with 5G; Capable cameras; Tempting price

Middleweight Snapdragon processor sometimes chokes on heavier tasks; Cheap screen protector pre-installed; Phones this big aren’t for everyone; Not coming to the US

The OnePlus Nord is a smooth, attractive phone that shows what we're missing in the US when it comes to affordable 5G handsets.

Affordable; Gorgeous build; Excellent front-facing cameras; Fast and smooth performance

Doesn't work well on US networks

The OnePlus Nord should be your new default choice for a midrange Android phone. It's already a bargain for the tech it offers, but combined with OnePlus' hardware and software design sensibilities, the Nord manages to feel special despite its low price.

Affordable price, Six cameras, 90Hz refresh rate, Polished design for a budget phone, Excellent battery life

Macro camera is ineffective, Average performance, Lacks wireless charging, No US availability

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.

Inexpensive, Great camera, Nice software tweaks, Zen Mode, Plenty of storage and RAM, Looks like a flagship handset

Lots of comparable alternatives, Camera bump protrudes too far from the handset, Downgraded chipset, No SD card slot

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.

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...

OnePlus Nord review: OnePlus Nord is closer to what the OnePlus was as a concept. You buy this phone and you feel you have got more tha...

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.

The OnePlus Nord is, on paper and after my test, one of the most beautiful phones made by a brand. OnePlus has understood what was missing from its catalog: a more accessible model.

AMOLED 90 Hz screen; Great quad-camera performance; Powerful Snapdragon 765G processor; Fluid Oxygen OS experience; Value-for-money

Dated and flashy design; No telephoto lens; No wireless charging; No IP certification