The OnePlus Nord CE4 was released for sale in India this week – have you made a purchase? Are you considering buying one? Let’s discuss. If you missed it, take a look at our hands-on review of the Nord CE4 for a closer examination of the phone.
Equipped with the latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, the CE4 boasts a significant increase in GPU performance (almost double) and comparable CPU speed to its predecessor (with a slight edge). This Qualcomm chip is paired with 8GB of RAM and storage options of 128GB or 256GB (UFS 3.1), with a microSD slot for expansion.
The camera features a new main sensor (Sony LYT-600), delivering attractive shots at 12.5MP resolution. However, the high-res 50MP mode and 2x zoom may not meet expectations.
The battery capacity has been increased by 10% to 5,500mAh, with faster 100W charging (wired only). In our tests, a full charge took 29 minutes, while 15 minutes provided a 69% charge level.
The OnePlus Nord CE4 is priced at ₹25,000 for the 8/128GB model and ₹27,000 for the 8/256GB variant. Starting from April 5, customers can avail of an instant bank discount of up to ₹1,500 and an exchange bonus of up to ₹2,500. Let’s compare it to some similarly priced devices.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro, priced at ₹26,000 for an 8/128GB model, features a weaker Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip and lacks a microSD slot. However, it includes a 3.5mm headphone jack. The main camera sports a larger 200MP sensor, while the 6.67” display is slightly sharper with richer colors. The 5,100mAh battery supports 67W charging, taking 44 minutes for a full charge. Both phones have an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
The Poco X6, powered by the same 7s Gen 2 chipset as the Redmi, features a 6.67” 120Hz 12-bit display and the same IP54 rating. It also has a 5,100mAh battery with 67W charging, but the main camera is less impressive at 64MP. The base model of the X6, priced at ₹23,000, offers ample RAM and storage – 12/512GB.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro • Xiaomi Poco X6 • Nothing Phone (2a) • Realme 12 Pro+
The Nothing Phone (2a) features the Dimensity 7200 Pro processor, which falls short of the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. This device stands out with a 50MP ultra-wide camera (similar to the 50MP main camera), while having a 6.7” 120Hz FHD+ display and IP54 rating comparable to the Nord. However, the 5,000mAh battery with 45W charging is a drawback. The 2a is priced at ₹24,000 for an 8/128GB model.
The Realme 12 Pro+, starting at ₹30,000 for the 8/128GB configuration, uses the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset. It boasts a camera setup including a 50MP main sensor, 8MP ultra-wide, and a 3x 64MP periscope lens. The 6.7” 120Hz FHD+ OLED display matches the Nord, while the 5,000mAh battery with 67W charging differs. The Realme device has an IP65 rating for better dust and water resistance but lacks expandable storage.
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