OnePlus, the popular smartphone brand, has recently unveiled its latest budget offering, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G.
This new device is set to hit the Indian market soon, and it promises to deliver a compelling package at an affordable price point.
Pricing and Availability
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G will be available in two storage variants. The 8GB+128GB model is priced at ₹19,999, while the 8GB+256GB variant will cost ₹22,999. Additionally, there is an instant ₹1,000 discount available for ICICI Bank credit card users.
The smartphone will be available for purchase starting June 27 on Amazon, OnePlus.in, and other offline stores across India.
Display and Design
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G boasts a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2100 nits. The display also features the Aqua Touch technology, which allows for seamless operation even with wet fingers.
Performance and Connectivity
Powering the device is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. This combination promises smooth performance and efficient multitasking.
In terms of connectivity, the Nord CE 4 Lite 5G supports 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.3.
Camera and Battery
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G sports a dual-camera setup on the rear, featuring a 50MP primary Sony LYT-600 sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and a 2MP depth sensor. The front-facing camera is a 16MP unit.
Keeping the device powered is a 5,500mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging. OnePlus claims that the phone can be charged from 0 to 100% in just 52 minutes.
Software and Features
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G runs on Android 14-based OxygenOS 14, providing a clean and smooth user experience. Other features include stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and support for various connectivity standards.
Pros & Cons
| Pros ✅ | Cons ❌ |
|---|---|
| – Affordable pricing starting at ₹19,999 | – Only 2 years of Android OS updates promised |
| – 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate | – Average video recording capabilities |
| – Powerful Snapdragon 695 5G chipset | – Plastic body design may not feel premium |
| – Long-lasting 5,500mAh battery with 80W fast charging | – Single speaker setup instead of stereo speakers |
| – 50MP primary camera with OIS performs well in daylight | – Fingerprint magnet design due to glossy back panel |
| – Clean Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 software experience | – Lacks some advanced camera features like 4K 60fps video |
| – 5G connectivity support | |
| – IP54 water and dust resistance rating |
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite 5G appears to be a promising budget smartphone that offers a compelling set of features and specifications.
With its attractive pricing, powerful performance, and impressive battery life, the device is poised to be a strong contender in the highly competitive Indian smartphone market.
