The highly anticipated OnePlus Nord 3 smartphone is inching closer to its launch date according to reliable tipster Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) who recently tweeted that OnePlus has begun testing its latest smartphone in India and on the global market. Brar further speculated that the Nord 3 phone will be launched in a timeframe of six to eight weeks, putting it in the mid-May to mid-June launch window. The leaks have been circulating for months, but more now has been revealed about the phone’s possible specs, pricing, and launch timeline.
Display and Processor Specs
Rumored to have a huge 6.7-inch, 1.5K AMOLED display featuring a refresh rate of 120Hz, the Nord 3 is likely to be powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G SoC, as per Yogesh Brar’s tweet that highlights potential technical features of the phone.
Camera and battery specifications
In terms of camera, the OnePlus Nord 3 is expected to contain a triple rear camera consisting of a 64-megapixel primary lens, an 8-megapixel lens, and a 2-megapixel sensor. The front camera is speculated to have an impressive 16-megapixel sensor.
| Specs | Description |
|---|---|
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| Fast Charging | 80W wired fast charging support |
| Processor | octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 9000 5G SoC |
| Ram | Up to 16GB |
| Storage | Up to 256GB |
The phone is also rumored to carry a 5000mAh battery unit that supports 80W wired fast charging to keep you powered up on the go.
Pricing Details
Yogesh Brar, in his tweet, also hinted at the pricing of the OnePlus Nord 3. The phone is expected to be priced between Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000 in India, which translates to approximately $405 to $540 USD.
OnePlus Nord 2 versus OnePlus Nord 3
The OnePlus Nord 3 is said to be the successor to the OnePlus Nord 2, which was launched in July of 2021. There are a few possible upgrades in the new smartphone as compared to the previous Nord model. The Nord 2 had up to 12GB RAM and up to 256GB inbuilt storage, whereas rumors are circulating that the OnePlus Nord 3 may increase the RAM to as much as 16GB and the storage to up to 256GB.
Conclusion
The OnePlus Nord 3 smartphone, yet to be officially announced, is highly anticipated and speculations are rife with the circulating rumors indicating an impressive device. With the release date fast approaching, it would not be long before we experience the highly anticipated phone from OnePlus.
