OnePlus Nord 5: Release Date, Price & Specs Rumours

The OnePlus Nord series has always been a popular choice in the mid-range phone market, with the OnePlus Nord 4 being crowned as the best mid-range phone of 2024. However, with new competitors like Google’s Pixel 9a entering the scene in 2025, OnePlus is gearing up to launch the OnePlus Nord 5 and make a comeback. Here’s everything we know so far about the upcoming device.

### When will the OnePlus Nord 5 be released?

OnePlus has officially confirmed that the Nord 5 will be launched on 8 July 2025, alongside four other devices. Pre-orders are expected to begin shortly after the launch event. The phone is anticipated to be based on the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing, which was launched in China on 27 May. Unlike previous models, the Nord 5 may not be available in the US, as OnePlus tends to skip the US market with its mid-range devices.

### How much will the OnePlus Nord 5 cost?

The OnePlus Nord 5 is likely to be priced similarly to its predecessor, the Nord 4, which had a starting price of £429/€499. OnePlus aims to keep the pricing competitive with other mid-range devices like the Google Pixel 9a and Samsung Galaxy A56, both priced at £499/$499. However, there are no specific pricing rumors available at this time.

### What specs and features will the OnePlus Nord 5 have?

#### Design
The Nord 5 is expected to feature a new design with a vertical camera array, moving away from the horizontal arrangement found on the Nord 4. OnePlus has confirmed the inclusion of a customisable Plus Key, replacing the popular Alert Slider. Rumors suggest the phone may have a glass back and plastic frame, a departure from the metal frame of the Nord 4.

#### Display
The Nord 5 is likely to adopt a Full HD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, similar to the Nord 4. However, OnePlus has hinted at 144fps gaming capabilities, hinting at a potential upgrade to a 144Hz refresh rate display.

#### Performance
OnePlus has confirmed that the Nord 5 will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, offering smooth gameplay and performance. The phone is expected to come with fast LPDDR5X RAM for enhanced performance. Rumors regarding RAM and internal storage options are yet to be confirmed.

#### Cameras
The Nord 5 is set to feature a 50MP main lens and an 8MP ultrawide lens on the rear, similar to the Nord 4. However, OnePlus has upgraded the main sensor to the Sony LYT-700 lens found on the flagship OnePlus 13, promising improved image quality. The selfie camera is getting a significant upgrade to 50MP, with a flagship-level Samsung Isocell JN5 sensor for enhanced low-light performance and video calls.

#### Battery & Charging
Reports suggest that the Nord 5 could come with a larger battery capacity, potentially ranging from 7000mAh to 7500mAh. Charging speeds are expected to remain the same, but wireless charging details are yet to be confirmed.

#### Software
The Nord 5 is likely to ship with OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15, offering a user-friendly experience with regular updates. It’s unknown if any new AI features will be introduced with the device.

The OnePlus Nord 5 is shaping up to be a strong contender in the mid-range phone market, with exciting upgrades and features expected. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated device.