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India Today
a day ago
- Business
- India Today
OnePlus Nord 5 available with big discount for limited period: 4 reasons to buy, 1 to skip
OnePlus has announced its Independence Day Sale, introducing big offers across its product ecosystem. Starting July 31, which is today, buyers can grab discounts on popular OnePlus devices including the recently launched OnePlus Nord 5, the Nord CE5, the OnePlus 13 series, OnePlus Pad Go, OnePlus Buds 4, and the newly launched OnePlus Nord 5 in particular the company is offering some bank offers and EMI deals. The OnePlus Nord 5 was launched at a starting price of Rs 31,999 and comes in three memory options: 8GB/256GB, 12GB/256GB and 12GB/ Nord 5 discount detailsDuring the OnePlus Independence Day Sale, the Nord 5 is available with an instant bank discount of Rs 2,250 on select cards. Interested buyers can also enjoy No-Cost EMI options for up to 6 months and a Paper Finance plan for up to 11 months. OnePlus notes that the sale discount will be available across Amazon, OnePlus website, Flipkart, Myntra, Blinkit, OnePlus Experience Stores, and at offline partners such as Croma, Reliance Digital, and Vijay the sale season is always a good time to grab your favourite devices and clear your wish-list, but the question remains: should you really pick up the Nord 5 during this sale?We've already shared our full review of the OnePlus Nord 5, where we recommended the phone to anyone looking for an all-rounder under Rs 35,000. You can check out the full review here: OnePlus Nord 5 review: True value for money phone with slick performance and long-lasting if you're after a quick overview to decide whether this sale is the right opportunity to buy the Nord 5, here we are giving you 4 reasons why it's worth buying, and 1 reason why you might want to skip 1 to buy: Flagship-like performanceThe biggest reason we recommended the OnePlus Nord 5 is its performance. Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, the phone delivers fast and smooth performance without any hiccups in everyday use, multitasking or gaming. In our testing, the phone didn't stutter or lag, even under heavy workloads. Thermal management is also impressive thanks to its vapour cooling 2 to buy: Long-lasting battery and fast chargingPowering all that performance is a battery that's one of the Nord 5's biggest strengths. The device packs a 6800mAh battery, which comfortably lasts up to two days of light use or a day and a half of heavy usage. When it's time to recharge, the 80W fast charging can take the phone from 0 to 100 per cent in about 90 minutes. In short, you'll spend less time plugged in and more time using the 3 to buy: Big and bright AMOLED displayWe also absolutely loved the Nord 5 display while reviewing it. The phone boasts of a 6.83-inch AMOLED panel with up to 1,800 nits peak brightness and a 144Hz refresh rate, ensuring vibrant colours and smooth animations. Whether you're streaming movies, gaming or simply scrolling, the display feels immersive with minimal bezels. Outdoor visibility is excellent, and while the phone promises up to 144Hz refresh rate, we experienced a consistent 120Hz in most scenarios, which still makes navigation incredibly 4 to buy: Capable cameras for everyday photographyadvertisementThe cameras on the OnePlus Nord 5 are capable enough for everyday use. The 50-megapixel main camera delivers sharp and well-balanced photos in daylight, while portraits have accurate edge detection and natural skin tones. The 50-megapixel selfie camera also performs reliably in good lighting. Overall, the cameras are good enough for most casual users and quick mobile reason to skip the Nord 5: Low-light photography, slippery designWhile the Nord 5 shines in most areas, its low-light camera performance leaves room for improvement. Photos tend to lose detail and sharpness in dim conditions, and the ultra-wide sensor isn't as strong at night. Additionally, the phone's matte-yet-glossy back, although premium-looking, can feel a bit slippery, so you might want to use a case for better grip. Fortunately, OnePlus includes a case in the box, which is a welcome verdict: A complete mid-ranger at better priceIn our review, we found the OnePlus Nord 5 to be one of the best all-rounder Android phones under Rs 35,000 right now. The phone offers excellent performance, superb battery life, gorgeous display and premium design. Now, with the Independence Day Sale discount and EMI offers, the Nord 5 is an even more compelling deal for anyone looking for a reliable mid-range smartphone.- Ends
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
OnePlus announces Independence Day Sale: Offers up to Rs 7,000 discount on OnePlus Nord 5, OnePlus Nord CE5, OnePlus 13 and others
OnePlus has announced a sale to celebrate the upcoming Independence Day. Called the OnePlus Independence Day Sale , it will be held from July 31, 2025 and will offer discount on the recently launched OnePlus Nord 5, OnePlus Nord CE5, OnePlus 13 series, OnePlus Pad Go, OnePlus Buds 4, among others. During the sale, the all-new OnePlus Pad Lite will go on sale from August 1 from 12 PM onwards. As announced by the company, the offers will be available across offline partner stores such as Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, OnePlus experience stores, along with Flipkart, Myntra, and Blinkit. OnePlus Independence Day Sale: Offers on smartphones OnePlus 13 Buyers can get a price cut of Rs 7,000 on all variants of the OnePlus 13 during the sale. No Cost EMI is available for up to 9 months. A Paper Finance option is also available for up to 11 months. Offer valid from August 1 to August 31, 2025. OnePlus 13s An exchange bonus of Rs 3,000 is available on all variants of the OnePlus 13s from August 18 to August 31, 2025. This exchange offer cannot be combined with Instant Bank Discounts. Customers can also get bank discounts of up to Rs 5,000 on select cards. No Cost EMI is available for up to 9 months on select bank cards. Paper Finance option available for up to 11 months. Bank and EMI offers are valid from August 1 to August 31, 2025. OnePlus 13R A limited-time price cut of Rs 5,000 is available on the 16+512 GB variant and Rs 3,000 on the 12+256 GB variant of the OnePlus 13R, valid until August 17. From August 18 to 31, a Rs 2,000 discount will be available on the 16+512 GB variant only. An exchange bonus of Rs 3,000 is applicable on all variants from August 18 to 31. Exchange offers cannot be combined with Instant Bank Discounts. Instant Bank Discount of Rs 3,000 is also available on all variants. No Cost EMI is available for up to 6 months on select bank cards. OnePlus Nord 5 Instant Bank Discount of Rs 2,250 is available on all variants using select bank cards. No Cost EMI available for up to 6 months on select bank cards. Paper Finance option available for up to 11 months. OnePlus Nord CE5 Instant Bank Discount of Rs 2,250 is available on all variants using select bank cards. No Cost EMI available for up to 6 months on select bank cards. Paper Finance option available for up to 9 months. OnePlus Independence Day sale: Buyback Offer Customers buying the OnePlus 13, 13S, or 13R using ICICI Bank Credit Cards via or select offline stores can pay 65% of the price over 24 months with No Cost EMI. A 35% assured buyback is available under the Easy Upgrades Program. Sony WF-C710N Review: Solid Sound and Long Battery
India Today
a day ago
- Business
- India Today
OnePlus Independence Day sale: Top deals on OnePlus 13, Nord 5 and more
OnePlus has announced its Independence Day Sale in India, offering a range of deals and discounts across its smartphones, tablets, and audio products. The sale starts from July 31 2025, and will run through August on platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Blinkit, the OnePlus India website, and various offline stores, including Croma, Reliance Digital, and Vijay Sales. Some of the notable offers are on the recently launched OnePlus Nord 5 series, the flagship OnePlus 13 lineup, and the newly introduced OnePlus Pad Lite. Customers can also expect discounts and EMI options on other products like the OnePlus Buds 4 and OnePlus Pad Independence Day Sale: Deals on smartphonesOnePlus 13The flagship OnePlus 13, which is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and features a 6,000mAh battery, is now available at a discount of Rs 7,000 during the sale. Buyers can choose up to 9 months of no-cost EMI or opt for Paper Finance with an 11-month term. The offer is valid from August 1 to August 31. The OnePlus 13 price in India starts at Rs 69,999 for the base 12GB RAM + 256GB storage option. The 16GB + 512GB and 24GB + 1TB options cost Rs 76,999 and Rs 84,999, 13sCustomers buying the OnePlus 13s can get an exchange bonus of Rs 3,000 between August 18 and August 31. This cannot be combined with instant bank offers. An instant discount of up to Rs 5,000 is also available on select bank cards, and a no-cost EMI option for up to 9 months is applicable across all OnePlus 13s is priced at Rs 54,999 and Rs 59,999 for the 256GB and 512GB storage versions, respectively. The phone comes with 12GB RAM as 13RThe OnePlus 13R is available with a limited-time price cut of Rs 5,000 on the 16GB + 512GB variant and Rs 3,000 on the 12GB + 256GB model, valid till August 17. After that, a Rs 2,000 discount continues on the top variant until August 31. An exchange bonus of Rs 3,000 is also available from August 18 and August 31. Instant bank discounts of Rs 3,000 and no-cost EMI for up to 6 months are also on offer. Customers buying from OnePlus' official website or select offline stores using ICICI Bank credit cards can avail the Easy Upgrades Programme, paying only 65 per cent upfront with 35 per cent assured buyback after 24 OnePlus 13R is priced at Rs 42,999 and Rs 49,999 for the 12GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB versions, Nord 5Part of the company's mid-range line-up, the Nord 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and comes with a 144Hz display. Buyers can get an instant bank discount of Rs 2,250 and opt for a no-cost EMI of up to 6 months. A Paper Finance option for 11 months is also OnePlus Nord 5 price in India starts at Rs 29,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 256GB storage option. The 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB options cost Rs 32,999 and Rs 35,999, Nord CE5The Nord CE5, which runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Apex chip, is also available with an instant bank discount of Rs 2,250. Customers can choose between up to 6 months of no-cost EMI or 9 months through the Paper Finance OnePlus Nord CE 5 price in India starts at Rs 22,999 for the base 8GB RAM + 128GB storage option. The 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB options cost Rs 24,999 and Rs 26,999, Independence Day Sale: Deals on tabletsOnePlus Pad 2 and OnePlus Pad GoDuring the sale, the OnePlus Pad 2 and Pad Go are available with up to 12 months of no-cost EMI, instant bank discounts, and a price drop of up to Rs 2,000. Buyers of the Pad 2 will also receive a OnePlus Stylo 2 stylus bundled with the tablet at no extra OnePlus Pad 2 price in India starts at Rs 37,999, while the OnePlus Pad Go starts at Rs 18, Pad LiteThe OnePlus Pad Lite, the brand's latest affordable tablet, will go on open sale from August 1 at noon. It features an 11-inch display and promises up to 80 hours of music playback on a full charge. As part of the launch offer, buyers can get an instant bank discount of up to Rs 2,000 and opt for a no-cost EMI plan of up to 6 Pad 2 Lite price in India starts at Rs 15, Independence Day Sale: Deals on audio productsOnePlus Buds Pro 3The OnePlus Buds Pro 3 have a flat Rs 2,000 price drop during the sale, bringing the effective price down from Rs 8,999. An additional Rs 1,000 bank discount is also available for select bank Buds 4Buyers can get Rs 500 off on the OnePlus Buds 4 during the sale via select bank Nord Buds 3 ProThe Nord Buds 3 Pro are being sold at a temporary price drop of Rs 400. Buyers can also avail an additional Rs 300 instant discount via select bank Bullets Wireless Z3The latest neckband-style wireless earphones from OnePlus, the Bullets Wireless Z3, are available with an instant bank discount of Rs audio productsOther OnePlus audio devices, including the OnePlus Buds 3, Nord Buds 3, Nord Buds 2r, and Bullets Wireless Z2 series, are also available at reduced prices across online and offline stores.- Ends
The Verge
6 days ago
- The Verge
OnePlus Nord 5 review: selfie-centric midranger
The OnePlus Nord 5 does exactly what the company's Nord phones have always done: deliver strong specs at a relatively low price. It's one of the more powerful phones at this price point and should easily outstrip Samsung and Google's more expensive alternatives. This is a function-over-form phone, one where the key selling points are a powerful processor and long battery life, which are the boring mainstays that tend to matter the most in midrange models like this. The problem for the Nord 5 is that other midrange phones in the markets where it's available — including Europe and India, but not the US — offer even faster chipsets and bigger batteries, leaving the new OnePlus phone a little stranded and reliant on an above-average selfie camera to help it stand out. 7 Verge Score Performance sits at the heart of the Nord 5 sales pitch. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 chipset was designed for more expensive phones than this, albeit when it launched a little over a year ago. Combined with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage in the base £399 / €449 (around $530) model, and 12GB RAM and 512GB storage for £100 / €100 (around $125) more, it offers potent specs for the price. That lends itself well to gaming, which explains why OnePlus has opted for a display that's big, bright, and fast: a 6.81-inch OLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate. I'm still skeptical about such high refresh rates in phones — few games are ever going to break past 120fps anyway. OnePlus says it's repositioned the antennae to perform better when the phone's held in landscape mode for gaming, though manufacturers have been touting that sort of work for years. Battery is the other half of the performance equation, and the 5,200mAh capacity here is good, too. I spent my first week with the phone traveling (which is how I discovered one annoyance: there's no eSIM support), which is always demanding on power, and never felt much battery anxiety. It'll last a day comfortably, and about halfway into a second, but I think you'd struggle to make a full two days without a top-up. The 80W wired charging delivers a full charge in 45 minutes, including bypass charging that powers the phone directly, without overcharging the battery, if you wanted to keep it plugged in during long gaming sessions. The major concession to price is that there's no wireless charging. The problem is that for all that power, this isn't the most capable phone at this price point. The Poco F7 is slightly cheaper than the Nord 5 and comes with a better chipset, bigger battery, and faster charging. The OnePlus phone wins on refresh rate, but that's hardly enough to make up for being comfortably less powerful elsewhere, meaning the F7 is still likely to hit higher frame rates during demanding games. Anyone looking for gaming performance first and foremost will likely be drawn to the F7, so what can the Nord 5 offer elsewhere to make up the difference? The most unique element of the hardware is the Plus Key, a new button that replaces OnePlus' traditional Alert Slider. This is a customizable key that, by default, does the same thing the Alert Slider did — it lets you cycle between ring, vibrate, and silent modes. But it can also be set to open the camera, turn on the flashlight, take a screenshot, and more. It's not fully customizable, though, so you can't set it to open any app or trigger custom functions. The Plus Key can also be used to take a screenshot and add it to Mind Space, an AI tool that analyzes images to summarize them, create reminders, or generate calendar events. It's remarkably similar to Nothing's Essential Space, which does almost the same thing — also using a dedicated hardware key — but unlike Nothing's version, you can't add voice notes to give the AI more information, get summaries of longer audio recordings, or even open Mind Space itself using the Plus Key, so OnePlus' take on the software is more basic. There's little else to complain about on the software side. The Nord 5 ships running OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, and will get a respectable (but certainly not category-leading) four years of major OS updates and six years of security support. One extra bonus is easy wireless file-sharing between the phone and a Windows PC, Mac, iPad, or iPhone, though you'll need to install the O Plus Connect software on the other device — and sadly, there's no support for the full Mac remote control found on the OnePlus Pad 3. OnePlus has made an unusual choice by prioritizing the phone's selfie camera, which features a 50-megapixel sensor that's larger than the average selfie cam. I'm not a natural selfie-taker, but the results are good and packed with detail. They're not markedly better than rivals in normal lighting, but that's because most phone cameras now handle daylight comfortably. The portrait mode is the only small weak point, struggling to separate the strands of my hair most of the time. But this camera comes into its own at night: the large sensor and fast f/2.0 aperture helping the Nord 5 to capture impressive detail in the dark, when most other selfie cameras fall apart. If you need a phone to capture you and your crew on nights out and at dimly lit dinners, this might be the one. The main 50-megapixel rear camera is good but not great. It struggles with fast-moving subjects like pets and kids, and you'll need a steady hand to get great shots at night, but that's all typical for phones at this price. Colors tend to be a little oversaturated and artificial from this lens; the 8-megapixel ultrawide is more subdued but loses much more detail in shadowy spots. The Nord 5 faces stiff competition on both sides. You could spend less for more power with the Poco F7 or spend £100 / €100 (around $125) more for Google's Pixel 9A for comfortably better cameras, tougher water resistance, and more years of software support. The Nord 5 isn't a bad phone. But it's unclear what its unique selling point is. OnePlus has leaned into power and performance, but it has been outplayed by Poco. The Pixel 9A, while more expensive, beats it on camera and design. Even its dedicated AI button is done better elsewhere, for less, in the Nothing Phone 3A. The Nord 5's best hope for finding an audience is its selfie camera, which is better than any other phone around it, at least in low light. But as selling points go, that feels like a minor one. Photography by Dominic Preston / The Verge Every smart device now requires you to agree to a series of terms and conditions before you can use it — contracts that no one actually reads. It's impossible for us to read and analyze every single one of these agreements. But we started counting exactly how many times you have to hit 'agree' to use devices when we review them since these are agreements most people don't read and definitely can't negotiate. To use the OnePlus Nord 5, you must agree to: There are many optional agreements. Here are just a few: Final tally: there are six mandatory agreements and at least 10 optional ones. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All by Dominic Preston Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Gadgets Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Mobile Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All OnePlus Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. See All Phone Reviews Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. 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India Today
7 days ago
- India Today
Realme 15 Pro vs OnePlus Nord 5: Full comparison and every difference that you wanted to know
The Realme 15 Pro has officially arrived in India, entering the crowded mid-range smartphone space that already includes the recently launched OnePlus Nord 5. Both smartphones fall in the Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000 price segment, and at first glance, they appear to offer similar features — large AMOLED displays, 5G processors, high-resolution cameras, and strong battery life. But the details make all the difference. While the Nord 5 has been available since early July, the Realme 15 Pro is the newest entrant. If you're wondering which is the better pick, here's a complete comparison of everything that sets them and buildRealme has clearly focused on design this time. The 15 Pro is sleeker, lighter, and features a curved display that gives it a more premium look. It comes in Flowing Silver, Velvet Green, and Silk Purple and weighs just 187 grams. The curved screen and slimmer 7.7mm profile help it feel more comfortable in the hand. In contrast, the OnePlus Nord 5 is heavier at 211 grams and thicker at 8.1mm. However, it still looks stylish, especially in the Marble Sands finish, which gives it a unique character. It is also available in Dry Ice and Phantom Grey Realme leans towards elegance, OnePlus has a bolder look. The Realme 15 Pro also has an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, which is better than the Nord 5's IP65 Both phones have large AMOLED displays. The OnePlus Nord 5 features a 6.83-inch flat display, while the Realme 15 Pro has a slightly smaller 6.8-inch curved screen. The key differences lie in refresh rate and brightness. Realme edges ahead with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 6,500 nits, although that figure is likely recorded under specific conditions. The Nord 5 offers a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,800 nits peak brightness. While the Realme 15 Pro may feel more immersive, the flat screen on the Nord 5 is more practical for daily use and helps avoid accidental and softwareThis is where the OnePlus Nord 5 clearly pulls ahead. It runs on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, which is more powerful than the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 found in the Realme 15 Pro. The Nord 5 also uses faster LPDDR5X RAM, while Realme has LPDDR4X. On AnTuTu benchmarks, the Nord 5 scores around 1.5 million, while the Realme scores about 1 million. Based on this, the Nord 5 should deliver smoother phones come with Android 15 out of the box. The OnePlus Nord 5 runs on OxygenOS 15, while the Realme 15 Pro uses realme UI 6.0. OnePlus promises four years of major Android updates, compared to two years from Realme. In terms of features, Realme offers AI tools like AI Edit Genie and MagicGlow 2.0 for enhanced camera and user experience. OnePlus includes its own AI suite as well, with tools like Mind Space, an AI photo editor, and call phones come with large batteries. The Nord 5 is powered by a 6,800mAh battery, while the Realme 15 Pro has a slightly larger 7,000mAh battery. Both support 80W wired charging, so you get similar charging speeds. On paper, Realme might seem better with its larger battery, but actual battery life is likely to be quite similar in daily it comes to cameras, both phones have a 50-megapixel primary sensor on the back and a 50-megapixel front-facing camera. However, the Realme 15 Pro includes a higher-resolution 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, while the Nord 5 has an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. We've already tested the Nord 5 and found its cameras decent for the price. That said, Realme's number series has a good track record when it comes to camera performance, especially in terms of colour and detail. With the added AI improvements in the 15 Pro, it could potentially offer better camera results — though full testing will reveal in IndiaThe OnePlus Nord 5 starts at Rs 31,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB variant. The 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB models are priced at Rs 34,999 and Rs 37,999, comparison, the Realme 15 Pro also starts at Rs 31,999, but that's for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB options are priced at Rs 33,999, Rs 35,999, and Rs 38,999, upIf performance, long-term software support, and value for money are most important to you, the OnePlus Nord 5 stands out with its faster processor, better RAM, longer software support, and more storage at the same starting if you prefer a phone that's lighter, has a curved and brighter display, and promising camera hardware, the Realme 15 Pro is a strong contender. Both phones offer solid features for the price — the right choice comes down to what matters most to you.- Ends
