OnePlus Nord 5, Nord CE5 & Buds 4 Ready to Rock India on July 8

OnePlus has confirmed it’ll unveil three exciting new products in India on July 8, 2025 at 2 PM IST: the Nord 5, Nord CE5, and Buds 4

📱 Nord 5 – The First Nord with Snapdragon 8-Series

• Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm): For the first time in the Nord lineup, OnePlus is bringing flagship-grade processing power.
• LPDDR5X RAM & CryoFlex Cooling: Equipped with LPDDR5X memory and a 7,300 mm² vapor-chamber system to manage thermals during sustained gaming.
• Gaming Performance: Supports BGMI at 90 fps, with frame interpolation up to 144 fps, and CODM at native 144 fps.
• Battery & Charging: Boasts a 7,000 mAh battery with up to 100 W fast charging.
• Display & Design: Rumored to feature a 6.8″ 1.5K AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, paired with a dual-rear camera setup—likely a 50 MP primary and 8 MP ultra-wide—and a 16 MP selfie lens. It will come in a “Dry Ice” blue finish

💼 Nord CE5 – Affordable Powerhouse

• MediaTek Dimensity 8350: Expected to bring strong mid-range performance at a lower price point.
• Features Match Higher-Tier Models: Shares the 6.77–6.83″ AMOLED 120 Hz screen, dual cameras, and 16 MP selfie shooter.
• Battery & Charge: Slightly larger 7,100 mAh battery with 80 W charging.
• India Exclusive: Tailored for the Indian market, with finishes like “Marble Mist”

🎧 Buds 4 – Premium Audio Without the Price Tag

• Dual Drivers & Dual DACs: Delivering high-fidelity audio with support for Hi-Res LHDC 5.0 and spatial sound.
• Low-Latency Game Mode: Touted to achieve latency as low as ~47 ms.
• ANC & Aesthetic: Includes active noise cancellation and is available in Zen Green and Storm Gray finishes

🔍 Additional Launches

OnePlus is also introducing new ecosystem devices—a budget Pad Lite tablet (11″ LCD, Helio G100) and a compact Watch 3 (43 mm)—but these are focused on global markets at launch.

✅ Why This Launch Matters

• Flagship Performance at Mid-Range Pricing: The combination of a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, LPDDR5X memory, and high refresh displays positions the Nord 5 as a serious contender.
• Game-Ready Build: Advanced cooling and top-tier gaming specs make it a compelling choice for mobile gamers.
• Stamina & Charge: 7,000+ mAh battery capacity and fast charging bring best-in-class endurance in its category.
• Expanding the Ecosystem: The inclusion of earbuds, a tablet, and a compact watch signals a broader strategy beyond smartphones.

⏱ What to Watch For on July 8

• Official pricing details and RAM/storage configurations.
• Verified real-world benchmarks and camera performance.
• Availability timelines, especially for the India-exclusive Nord CE5.

📝 Final Word

OnePlus’s July 8 launch promises to shake up India’s mid-range market. The Nord 5 brings flagship-level grunt and long battery life, the Nord CE5 captures much of that at a lower price, and the Buds 4 elevate the audio experience. With its expanding product ecosystem, OnePlus is clearly aiming to lock in loyalty across device categories.