OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will debut on February 17
What's the story
OnePlus has announced that it will launch its new mid-range smartphone, the Nord CE 2 5G, in India on February 17. Separately, tipster Abhishek Yadav has leaked some of the key specifications of the handset. It will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor, a 64MP primary camera, a dedicated micro-SD card slot, and 128GB of internal storage.
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Why does this story matter?
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will be the latest addition to the company's Nord series of smartphones and an upgrade over the Nord CE 5G model. With premium features and a sub-Rs. 30,000 price-tag, the device is expected to be a crowd-puller in India. It will be pitted against other mid-range smartphones from brands like Xiaomi, Realme, and Samsung.
Design and display
The phone may offer a 90Hz AMOLED screen
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will feature a punch-hole design with rounded corners, slim bezels, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. At the rear, it will sport a triple camera setup. It is said to bear a 6.4-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and an aspect ratio of 20:9. It is expected to come in Black and Green color options.
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A 64MP primary camera is expected
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will be equipped with a triple rear camera module comprising a 64MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide snapper, and a 2MP depth lens. For selfies and video calling, a 16MP front-facing camera is expected.
Internals
It will be fueled by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will be fueled by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 processor, coupled with 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. It will boot Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 and is rumored to pack a 4,500mAh battery with 65W fast-charging support. The device will offer support for connectivity options such as dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS, and 5G.
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OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G: Pricing and availability
The official pricing and availability details of the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G will be revealed at the time of its launch on February 17. However, based on the specifications, the handset is expected to start at around Rs. 25,000.