OnePlusNord 2 5G
- Android
- 5G
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- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- How long does the battery last?
- How good are the cameras?
- Is there anything I should know?
- Should I buy it?
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- Apr 2024Last checked by Which?
- Oct 2021First reviewed by Which?
- Jul 2021Released
The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.
Call clarity
How we test call clarity
We test call quality by calling in both a quiet room and with a simulated noisy environment.
Battery
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How we test battery
Our phone test simulates a full day’s phone use, including making calls, taking photos, watching videos and navigating through a map app. The best phones last for 30 hours or more, while the worst conk out after just 16 hours. We also check how the battery copes with just a 15 minute charge and how long it takes to reach 100%.
Camera
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How we test camera
We check how well your pictures and videos come out on both the front and rear lenses, looking at colour accuracy, flash uniformity and the quality of the zoom. We test in 10 different shooting environments to make sure the cameras are consistent and use mannequins with different skin tones.
Ease of use
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How we test ease of use
This covers a range of tests from how well the menu is laid out to how easy it is to unlock the phone and the sensitivity of the touchscreen, so you won’t be left with a phone that’s frustrating to use.
Display
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| Touchscreen responsiveness |
How we test display
You want a phone with a vivid, detailed and easily readable display, so we check how the screen looks in different light conditions and use microscopes to asses sharpness and resolution.
Speed
How we test speed
Our speed tests include both the speed of the processor, and how responsive the phone is during various tasks.
Audio quality (external speakers)
How we test audio quality (external speakers)
We assess the sound quality of the external speakers with a range of different music, so you can be assured that it will do your favourite tracks justice.
Durability
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How we test durability
We check the build quality of each phone by seeing how well the screen copes with being scratched and if it can survive a sudden burst of rain. If it’s waterproof, we also put the manufacturer’s IP rating to the test.
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| Currently supported | Yes |
| Estimated security support expiry date | Jul-24 |
| Brand update policy | OnePlus typically supports phones for three-six years |
| Display | |
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| Screen size | 6.4-inches |
| Display resolution | 2400x1080 |
| Foldable screen | No |
| Photo | |
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| Rear camera | 50, 8, 2 |
| Front camera | 32 |
| Autofocus front camera | No |
| Depth camera | No |
| Time-of-flight lens | No |
| Macro lens | No |
| Ultra-wide angle | Yes |
| Wide angle | Yes |
| Telephoto | No |
| Max video resolution | 4K (2160p) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Power | |
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| Battery size | 4500mAh |
| Replaceable battery | No |
| Wireless charging | No |
| Fast charge | Yes |
| General | |
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| Internal memory | 128GB |
| Available memory | 107GB |
| Operating system | Android |
| Operating system version (at time of test) | 11 |
| Sim type | Nano-SIM |
| Dual sim | Yes |
| Height | 159mm |
| Width | 73mm |
| Depth | 8.5mm |
| Weight | 191g |
| Manufacturer guarantee | 2 years |
| Manufacturer guarantee terms | OnePlus mobile phones have a two-year guarantee as standard. |
| Testing Information | This model was tested before we changed our mobile phone test programme in 2024. For full details head to our guide on 'How we test mobile phones'. |
| Connections | |
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| Card slot | No |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Headphone socket | USB-C |
| Features | |
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| Fingerprint sensor | Yes |
| Face scanner | Yes |
| FM radio | No |
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