Looking for a powerful and stylish smartphone under Rs. 30,000 in India? The OnePlus Nord series has long been a popular choice, offering a smooth software experience at a competitive price. But with rivals like the Realme 12 Pro+ upping the game, can the new OnePlus Nord CE 4 hold its own? We got a sneak peek at this upcoming phone, and here’s what we can reveal so far (without breaking OnePlus’ embargo!).
Fresh Design with a Hint of Mystery
Say goodbye to the familiar designs of the Nord CE 3 and Nord 3! The Nord CE 4 boasts a brand new look and feel. It comes in two unique color options: Dark Chrome for a sleek, sophisticated vibe, and Celadon Marble for a trendy, minty green finish with a cool marble-like texture. Both options cater to the young audience OnePlus targets with its Nord series.
The phone feels substantial in hand, with a large footprint comparable to the Pixel 8 Pro. While a bit heavy at 186 grams, the curved-edge rear panel provides a comfortable grip. However, this smooth back transitions abruptly into a flat polycarbonate frame with sharp edges. OnePlus also ditches the beloved Alert Slider from previous models, which might disappoint some fans.
Intriguingly, there are two more “aqua-centric” design features OnePlus is keeping under wraps for now. We’ll have to wait for the full reveal to see what these aquatic surprises might be!
Familiar Display with a Refreshing Twist
While the display layout might seem similar to previous Nord models, the Nord CE 4 has a slightly thicker bezel that might feel a bit out of place. But fret not, the display itself is a fantastic AMOLED panel with a sharp Full-HD+ resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate for buttery-smooth visuals.
Packing a Performance Punch
Under the hood, the Nord CE 4 boasts the brand new Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC. This promises a significant performance leap over previous models, translating to faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and a more responsive overall experience. The chipset’s improved power efficiency should also lead to better battery life.
The phone comes standard with 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking, and offers a generous 256GB of storage. Need even more space? You can expand it further with a microSD card up to a whopping 1TB!
Super-Fast Charging for the On-the-Go User
OnePlus keeps mum on the exact battery capacity, but rest assured, it’s a sizeable one. The real showstopper, however, is the 100W wired charging – the fastest ever seen on a Nord device! This translates to blazing-fast charge times, perfect for busy users who need to stay connected all day long.
The Verdict: Stay Tuned!
While the Nord CE 4 seems promising on paper, a final verdict needs to wait for our full review. With fierce competition in the sub-Rs. 30,000 segment, the Nord CE 4 has its work cut out. Can the new design, powerful processor, and super-fast charging be enough to steal the crown? Stay tuned for our in-depth review coming soon, where we’ll dive deeper into the phone’s performance, camera capabilities, software experience, and more to help you decide if the Nord CE 4 is the perfect budget king for you!
