The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G has officially launched in India, bringing a compelling mid-range package that centres on a 108 MP triple-camera system, a blazing 67W SuperVOOC charger, and Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G silicon — all at a price that undercuts most rivals in the segment. Here is everything you need to know about the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite before you buy.
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite Price and Availability in India
OnePlus has introduced the Nord CE 3 Lite 5G in two storage variants, both paired with 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM:
- 8 GB + 128 GB — Rs 19,999
- 8 GB + 256 GB — Rs 21,999
Both variants are also microSD-expandable up to 1 TB. Sales begin from April 11, with the phone available in Chromatic Gray and Pastel Lime colour options. Shoppers paying via ICICI Bank cards get an additional flat discount of Rs 1,000.
Full Specifications of the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD, 120 Hz refresh rate, 240 Hz touch sampling, 680 nits brightness, 391 ppi, 16.8 billion colours |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6 nm), Adreno 619 GPU |
| RAM | 8 GB (+ 8 GB virtual RAM, up to 16 GB effective) |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB, expandable up to 1 TB via microSD |
| Rear Camera | 108 MP Samsung HM6 (f/1.75, 6P lens, OIS) + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro |
| Front Camera | Details not disclosed in launch information |
| Video | 1080p at 30 fps |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W SuperVOOC (0–80% in ~30 minutes) |
| OS | Android 13, OxygenOS 13.1 |
| 5G Bands | Dual-SIM 5G, 9 5G bands, 4G on both SIMs |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, 3.5 mm audio jack |
Display and Performance
The Nord CE 3 Lite sports an LCD panel running at 120 Hz with a 240 Hz touch sampling rate, making everyday scrolling and casual gaming feel smooth. Brightness tops out at 680 nits, backed by eye-comfort and colour-temperature adjustment features. Under the hood, the Snapdragon 695 (6 nm) chipset with its Adreno 619 GPU handles multitasking and light gaming competently. OxygenOS 13.1 on top of Android 13 adds OnePlus-specific tweaks, including a RAM Expansion feature that borrows up to 8 GB of internal storage as virtual RAM, effectively giving the phone up to 16 GB of usable memory.
108 MP Camera System
Photography is arguably the phone's headline feature. The primary sensor is a 108 MP Samsung HM6 unit behind a 6-element lens at an f/1.75 aperture, complete with optical image stabilisation (OIS). It is assisted by a 2 MP depth sensor for portrait shots and a 2 MP macro camera for close-up photography. The camera app supports 6x zoom, AI scene enhancement, and HDR. Video recording maxes out at 1080p at 30 fps. A LED flash is included on the rear panel for low-light situations.
Battery Life and Charging
A 5,000 mAh battery ensures all-day endurance for most users. What sets the Nord CE 3 Lite apart in this price band is its 67W SuperVOOC fast charging, which OnePlus says can push the battery to 80% in just 30 minutes. The phone also incorporates a Battery Health Engine and built-in temperature sensors that guard against overcharging and overheating, helping preserve long-term battery capacity.
Connectivity
The Nord CE 3 Lite 5G supports dual-SIM with 5G on both slots. It packs support for 9 5G bands, ensuring compatibility with all major 5G networks currently operating in India. Other connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack — a feature many rivals in this range have dropped.
