A couple of months ago we got the OnePlus Nord CE 4 and now the toned down Nord CE 4 Lite has made it to India. The smartphone has been launched at an impressive price of Rs 19,999 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. After spending a few days with the device, I have quite a few things to share. So, if you're in the market for a smartphone around Rs 20,000, is this it or a tough pass? Let's find out in this OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite review.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite: Why Does This Phone Exist?
Before we get into the review, here's a quick summary of the Nord CE 4 Lite's technical specifications: SpecsOnePlus Nord CE 4 LiteDimensions162.9 x 75.6 x 8.1 mmWeight191 gramsProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6nm)RAM/Storage 6 8GB/2 4x8GB UFS 2.6 4x2GB inch FHD + 120Hz AMOLED, 1080×2400, 2100 nits peak brightness, Dragon Trail Star 2Rear Camera50MP Main + 2MP DepthFront Camera16MPVideoUp to 1080p 30FPSDual SIMYes; Does not support eSIMCconnectivityWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, NFCPortUSB Type CBattery5 500 mAh Charging80W fast chargingSoftwareAndroid 14, OxygenOS 142 years of OS updatesPrice 19,999 (8GB+128GB)
As always, OnePlus gets everything right in the CE 4 Lite box. From the compatible 80W adapter and a USB Type-C cable to a cloudy transparent silicone back cover and a SIM ejector, you get it all. Oh, even those papers you'll never go through. With that out of the way, it was time to take a closer look at the device itself.
Key options: 1. Mega blue color is too flashy and the black variant really looks better. 2. The back design is unpleasant, with a highly reflective plastic panel and a strange camera module design. 3. The frame is made of plastic with a matte finish and provides a good grip. 4. There is a 3.5mm headphone jack as well.
