OnePlus Nord CE 5 Review: Long battery life is its superpower

The OnePlus Nord CE 5 doesn’t promise the moon and honestly, that works in its favour. At ₹24,999, it sticks to the basics: Smooth performance, excellent battery life, clean software, and a great screen. It’s not a big leap from its predecessor, but for most everyday users, it more than gets the job done.

Design

Let’s start with the look. The Nexus Blue variant we reviewed has a matte plastic back with a soft shimmer — subtle, yet eye-catching. The flat edges and camera bump may feel a bit generic, but the phone is comfortable to hold and…