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OnePlus
Nord 4
- 6.7-inch AMOLED
- Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3
- 200 g
- 5500 mAh
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
200 g
Weight
162.6 mm
Height
75.0 mm
Width
8.0 mm
Thickness
19.5:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Released
- July 16, 2024
Display
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- AMOLED
- Resolution
- 2772 × 1240
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2150 nits
Performance
- Chipset
- Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3
- GPU
- Adreno 732
- RAM
- 12 GB, 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5500 mAh
- Wired charging
- 100 W
- Charging standard
- SUPERVOOC
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.4
- NFC
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
7.5
out of 10
A genuinely distinctive midranger built around a metal unibody design that owners describe as both premium-feeling and thermally advantageous, backed by a strong main camera, a 5500mAh battery, and fast 100W charging — held back by a weak ultrawide camera, harder repairability, and gradual battery and performance decline reported after multiple software updates.
Category scores
Camera
6.5
The 50MP main sensor is consistently strong in daylight, but the 8MP ultrawide trails noticeably, especially in low light.
Battery and charging
8.5
5500mAh with 100W charging delivers all-day endurance and roughly 30-minute full charges — a signature strength across owner accounts.
Performance
7.5
Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 handles daily tasks and gaming well, aided by metal-body cooling, though some owners report update-related slowdowns over time.
Handling and portability
8.0
199.5 g and a slim 7.99 mm profile make the Nord 4 one of the more comfortable large-screen midrangers to hold one-handed.
Build quality
8.5
The aluminum unibody is a genuine standout — sturdy and distinctive, though harder to repair than typical glass-backed phones.
Value
7.5
A unique design, strong battery, and capable chipset make the Nord 4 a compelling midrange pick despite camera and repairability trade-offs.
Strengths
- Distinctive aluminum unibody design — sturdy and thermally advantageous
- 5500mAh battery with fast 100W wired charging
- Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 delivers strong daily and gaming performance
- Bright, accurate 6.74-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
Weaknesses
- 8MP ultrawide camera trails the strong 50MP main sensor
- Metal unibody construction makes repairs harder and pricier
- Battery and performance show gradual decline after software updates
- Movie mode video capped at 1080p despite earlier 4K promises
Best for
- Buyers who want a distinctive, durable metal design at midrange pricing
- Gamers who value thermal stability during longer sessions
- Owners upgrading from older Nord phones for battery and charging gains
- Shoppers who prioritize main-camera quality over ultrawide versatility
Less suitable for
- Photography-focused buyers who need a strong ultrawide camera
- Owners who prioritize easy, affordable third-party repairability
- Buyers who want longer software update commitments
- Videographers who need 4K recording in every camera mode
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Nord 3, Nord CE-series, or similarly aged midrangers
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: The Nord 4's display, Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 performance, and 5500mAh battery are clear, tangible upgrades over older midrange hardware.
Current device: OnePlus 12 or 12R owners
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: The 12-series offers stronger cameras; only the Nord 4's distinctive metal design and cooler gaming thermals would justify a side-step.
Current device: Nord 6 or Nord CE5 shoppers
Recommendation: Depends on prioritiesNotes: Weigh the Nord 4's proven track record and metal design against newer models' updated chipsets and longer support windows.
Current device: Nord 4 owners in 2026
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: Unless the ultrawide camera or post-update battery decline have become persistent frustrations, the core hardware remains competitive.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
ManageableOne-handed use is workable, with some stretch for top-of-screen reach.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
Bottom line
The OnePlus Nord 4 earns its reputation as the brand's most distinctive mid-ranger through a metal unibody design that owners describe as both sturdier and cooler-running than typical glass-backed rivals, backed by a strong main camera, a 5500mAh battery, and fast 100W charging. Its clearest trade-offs are a weak ultrawide camera, harder third-party repairability, and a gradual battery and performance decline that some long-term owners report after repeated software updates — reasonable compromises for buyers who value a genuinely different design in the midrange class.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE
- RAM
- 12 GB16 GB
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