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# Futureproofed Mid-Range Smartphones
OnePlus Unveiled the Nord 3 5G, a Powerful Budget Phone

By Colin Smith | Published 2023-07-05 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneplus-nord-3
References: [oneplus](https://www.oneplus.com/uk/nord-3-5g)

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The OnePlus Nord 3 5G is the latest smartphone in the Nord series, offering a [mid-range device with flagship features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-g77). It has a 6.7-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1240 x 2772 resolution. It runs on the [MediaTek](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nord-3) Dimensity 9000 chipset, which is a 4nm octa-core processor with 5G support. It comes with 8GB or 16GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It also has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The front camera is a 16MP selfie shooter.

OnePlus has yet to confirm the pricing for the Nord 3 5G, but rumors suggest a value of Rs. 33,999 for the base variant and Rs. 39,999 for the higher-end variant in India. It is available in Black and several other colors, such as green and red. It also comes with 80W wired charging and a 5000mAh battery. However, the OnePlus Nord 3 5G is not available in some regions due to logistical challenges. The phone was launched on July 5, 2023, along with the OnePlus Nord CE 3 and the OnePlus Nord Buds 2r.

Image Credit: OnePlus

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 60% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 16%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Mid-range Smartphones:** Exploring opportunities for affordable smartphones with flagship features.
- **5G Support:** Identifying innovation opportunities in the growing 5G market.
- **High-speed Charging:** Exploring advancements in fast charging technology for smartphones.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Discovering ways to produce mid-range smartphones with cutting-edge features.
- **Telecommunications:** Exploring opportunities for 5G technology in telecommunications.
- **Battery Technology:** Identifying advancements in battery technology for high-speed charging.

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