OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite vs Nord CE 2 Lite 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster 67W charging and likely camera improvements (though details are still emerging). While both share the same processor, the CE 3 Lite's charging speed alone makes it a worthwhile upgrade for many users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite | OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Europe |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Europe |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India | - | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2023, April 04 | 2022, April 28 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, April 11 | Available. Released 2022, April 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 165.5 x 76 x 8.3 mm (6.52 x 2.99 x 0.33 in) | 164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 195 g (6.88 oz) | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass | - |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~391 ppi density) | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.72 inches, 109.6 cm2 (~87.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.59 inches, 104.5 cm2 (~84.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 550 nits (typ), 680 nits (peak) | IPS LCD, 120Hz |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, OxygenOS 13 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | 64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.0", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 67W wired, 80% in 30 min | 33W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Pastel Lime, Chromatic Gray | Black Dusk, Blue Tide |
| Models | CPH2467, CPH2465 | CPH2381, CPH2409 |
| Price | £ 169.98 / € 209.99 | About 220 EUR |
| SAR | 1.17 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) | 1.19 W/kg (head) 0.71 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Performance | AnTuTu: 412006 (v9) GeekBench: 2052 (v5) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite
- 67W Fast Charging
- Potentially Improved Camera
- Slightly Newer Design
- 5G Connectivity
- Price may be higher than CE 2 Lite 5G
- Software updates - dependent on OnePlus's track record
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite 5G
- More Affordable
- 5G Connectivity
- Decent Performance for the Price
- Slower 33W Charging
- Older Design
- Potentially Less Capable Camera
Display Comparison
Both phones likely feature similar 6.7-inch FHD+ displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. However, the CE 3 Lite may have a slightly improved panel with better color accuracy or brightness. We'll need to see full reviews to confirm.
Camera Comparison
The Nord CE 3 Lite is anticipated to have a more capable camera system, potentially featuring a higher resolution main sensor and improved image processing. The CE 2 Lite 5G has a 50MP main camera, but the CE 3 Lite is rumored to have a 108MP sensor. Low-light performance and video recording are key areas to watch.
Performance
Performance is expected to be very similar, as both devices utilize the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset. Day-to-day tasks and moderate gaming should run smoothly on either phone. Software optimization could be a differentiating factor.
Battery Life
This is where the Nord CE 3 Lite shines. Its 67W fast charging is a substantial upgrade over the CE 2 Lite 5G's 33W charging, allowing for significantly quicker top-ups.
Buying Guide
The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is ideal for users prioritizing fast charging and potentially improved camera capabilities. The Nord CE 2 Lite 5G remains a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers who don't need the fastest charging speeds and are happy with a slightly older model.