OnePlus launched the Nord 3 in India in July 2023 at Rs 33,999 for 8 GB and 128 GB. It was a major step up from the Nord 2T, borrowing the previous year's flagship Dimensity 9000 chip and adding the alert slider, a feature usually reserved for the numbered series.
Performance is excellent for the price, handling demanding games at high settings. The 6.74-inch AMOLED at 1240 x 2772 resolution and 120 Hz is sharp and bright. The 50 MP Sony IMX890 main camera with OIS, shared with the OnePlus 11, delivers reliable photos, though the 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro are weak. A 5,000 mAh battery charges at 80 W, reaching full in about 30 minutes.
Rivals included the Poco F5, the Samsung Galaxy A54, the Nothing Phone (2) and the iQOO Neo 7 Pro. The Poco F5 was cheaper with similar performance, while the Galaxy A54 offered IP67 and longer updates. The Nord 3 balanced speed, camera and charging well, with a cleaner software experience than most rivals.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 33,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | July 2023 |
| Segment | Upper mid-range |
| Display | 6.74-inch, Fluid AMOLED, 120Hz, 1240 x 2772 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 16 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP54 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 193.5 g |
| Colours | Misty Green, Tempest Gray |
What we like
- Flagship-class Dimensity 9000
- Good 50 MP OIS main camera
- Alert slider
- 80 W charging
What could be better
- Weak ultrawide and macro
- Only IP54
- No wireless charging
Who should buy it
Buyers who want flagship-level performance and clean software in a mid-range Nord.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (July 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.