OnePlus Nord 3 5G: A Look at the Solid Mid-Range 5G Smartphone
The Chinese smartphone brand recently launched a new Nord series smartphone – OnePlus Nord 3 5G in India, which comes with MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset, 120Hz AMOLED display, 50MP main camera, 5000mAh battery and more at Rs 33,999. The smartphone is available in two colors – Tempest Gray and Misty Green.
Check out the detailed review of the OnePlus Nord 3 5G here:
The OnePlus Nord 3 5G has a flat plastic frame with a matte finish. On the right side is the popular Alert slider and power button, while the volume rocker is on the left side. At the bottom, there is a USB Type-C port, a speaker grille, a microphone and a slot for two SIM cards. The OnePlus Nord 3 has a 6.74-inch Super Fluid AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. In terms of performance, the screen offers smooth scrolling, an excellent viewing experience with bright and sharp colors. The display works well even in direct sunlight thanks to the AMOLED display. I have zero disappointments with this monitor.
The OnePlus Nord 3’s main camera performs impressively in daylight, recording good details, dynamic range and vibrant colors. It also produces detailed and color-accurate images in low light. However, the ultra-wide-angle camera is average. The device also took good indoor photos. The 16-megapixel selfie camera, on the other hand, took good photos in daylight, but lacked sharpness in low light. Overall, when you compare it to its predecessor — the OnePlus Nord 2T, the OnePlus 3 camera clearly wins the battle here.
Let’s talk about the specifications and software, OnePlus Nord 3 is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and runs Oxygen OS 13.1 based on Android 13. Oxygen OS 13.1 offers a smooth user experience and is easy to use. The OnePlus Nord 3 5G comes with preloaded OnePlus and Oppo apps like Zen Space, Community, O Relax, OnePlus Store, Clone Phone and a few third-party apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Spotify. The smartphone works well when playing games and offers good HD graphics. Switching between apps and using multiple social media apps is seamless without any issues.
In terms of battery, the OnePlus Nord 3 is packed with a large 5,000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC fast charging support. When the smartphone is fully charged, it lasts more than 1 day in normal use. However, when it was used for long hours and intensive gaming sessions, we noticed some minor heating issues.
Verdict: Priced at Rs 33,999 in India, the OnePlus Nord 3 impresses with its premium design, including a glossy glass back and a comfortable in-hand feel. However, it is prone to fingerprints. Overall, the OnePlus Nord 3 is a solid mid-range smartphone that offers a good balance between design, performance and camera capabilities.
