Exclusive: OnePlus Nord CE 5 First Look; iPhone 16-Like Camera Array

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  • The OnePlus Nord CE 5 design has been revealed ahead of the launch. 
  • Its new dual-camera setup is vertically aligned within two oval rings, closely resembling the iPhone 16’s layout. 
  • Internally, the phone will include a 6.7-inch OLED display, a Dimensity 8350 chip, a 7,100 mAh battery with 80W charging, a 50MP + 8MP rear camera setup, and a 16MP front camera.

Following our recent exclusive on the OnePlus Nord CE 5’s specs, we’re back with another scoop: the design of the Nord CE 5, which is set to launch in May 2025 in India. We’ve obtained an exclusive render of the device’s design. It sports a fresh new look with a dual-camera array reminiscent of the iPhone 16. Here’s what you need to know.

The Nord CE 5 features a flat frame and a flat back, moving away from the rounded frame of the Nord CE 4. The back panel is clean, with the OnePlus logo centered, but the highlight is the dual-camera array up top. 

OnePlus Nord CE 5

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The cameras are housed in an oval shape within two distinct rings, a design that echoes the iPhone 16’s vertical camera layout. Nestled between the two camera rings is a dot—its purpose unclear, possibly a sensor or microphone. A flash sits to the side, completing the module. 

This design aligns closely with the OnePlus 13T and OPPO K13, both of which feature oval camera rings, but the Nord CE 5’s execution feels more minimalist. The color in the render is representational, so the final product color may vary.

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OnePlus Nord CE 5 Specifications

OnePlus Nord CE 5

As we reported earlier, the Nord CE 5 will pack a 6.7-inch 1080p flat OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor, a 7,100mAh battery with 80W fast charging. 

It will sport a dual camera setup featuring a 50MP LYT600/IMX882 main sensor, an 8MP IMX355 ultra-wide, and a 16MP selfie camera. Plus, it’ll offer 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, a hybrid slot, and a single speaker. 

As for the price, the OnePlus Nord CE 5 should slot under the ₹25,000 segment in India. What are your thoughts on the Nord CE 5’s iPhone 16-inspired camera array and overall design? Let us know in the comments below.

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