Recently, OnePlus announced the release of the “OnePlus Nord 4 5G” in India on July 16th. The OnePlus Nord 4 5G looks premium, and its specifications seem impressive, but how does it perform in reality, especially during gaming? Welcome to GadgetsNex, a website that provides gaming performance reviews of mobile phones by analyzing technical data and real-world usage reviews after using them for a few days.
OnePlus Nord 4: Price and Overview
The OnePlus Nord 4 5G has top-level specifications under the starting Price ₹29,999 in India. Its base variant 29,999 with UFS 3.1 and other variant has UFS 4.1.
Deep Hardware Review for Gaming Performance
Nord 4: Network, Wifi, and Bluetooth
During our game test, its antena over the metal frame gives the strong network coverage and VoNR capabilities of the OnePlus Nord 4 5G significantly boosted gaming performance by ensuring uninterrupted connectivity.
Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 6 work great with no issues. Bluetooth supports AAC connection, providing excellent bass and sound quality with earbuds.
Dual speakers without dolby atmos and 3.5mm headphone jack also not available with the Nord 4, so you have to buy earbuds.
OnePlus Nord 4 5G: Display Review
| Specs | Oneplus Nord 4 5G |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.74 inches |
| Type | Fluid Amoled, 1B Colors, HDR10+ |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Resolution | 1240 x 2772 pixels |
| PPI | 450 ppi |
| Protection | Panda Glass Protection |
| Peak Brightness | 2150nits (peak) |
| IP Rating | IP 65 |
- The Nord 4 5G has a 120Hz Fluid AMOLED display with HDR10+ support for smooth visuals and a 240Hz touch sampling rate, which can boost to 2500Hz during gaming, enhancing response time.
- The 2150 nits peak brightness provides better visibility outdoors, allowing for easy gameplay and other tasks.
- Aqua touch distinguishes between liquid and hand touch, making it very helpful during hand sweating.
However, HDR10 support is only available on YouTube, not on Netflix may be available after update.
OnePlus Nord 4 5G: Graphics (GPU) and Touch Sampling Rate
A mobile phone requires good graphic hardware for better graphic support, and the oneplus 4 5G is equipped with an Adreno 732 GPU, making it ideal for good gaming and providing a higher frame rate.
Weight
- The weight of the OnePlus Nord 4 5G is 199.5g, which is under 200g. Since this phone is not the lighter nor the heavy side.
- When I played for an hour, I feel its weight but not that much pain in my hand.
- In terms of weight, it has a good grip and a premium feel, enhancing your gaming performance for a long time.
OnePlus Nord 4: Processor Power
| Specifications | Oneplus Nord 5G |
|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 (128GB only) / UFS 4.0 |
| GPU | Adreno 732 |
| Antutu Scores | 1,112,884 |
| CPU Throttling | 71% of peak |
| Read Score | 40590 (UFS 4.0) |
| Write score | 31919 (UFA 4.0) |
The OnePlus Nord 4 5G’s Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 delivers great performance, with an average AnTuTu score of 1,112,884.
- For BGMI smooth gaming, we need at least a 7 lakh score, and it scores above this.
- It runs popular games like BGMI, but expect occasional frame drops at high graphics (tested at 90fps). This process works well with 60fps gaming.
- Gamers in India will love the battery optimization, but heating issues might arise during extended sessions because of metal frame but cool down also quickly.
Overall, it’s a solid mid-range option for hardcore gamers, offering a good balance of performance and saving battery (due to the 4nm processor) without major slowdowns or performance problems.
The VC Cooling System also helps cool its processor and increase its performance.
RAM – LPDDR5X
The OnePlus Nord 4 5G has LPDDR5X RAM, which is excellent for this range. Higher RAM type consumes less energy and offers more power-saving capabilities, providing smooth multitasking and app switching.
Storage – UFS 3.1 and 4.1
- UFS 3.1 storage makes downloading files quicker and smoother, so you can enjoy the benefits of 5G on the OnePlus Nord 4 5G Additionally, the phone comes with UFS 4.1 storage in higher variants, ensuring even faster performance.
- Also, file transfer, copy-paste, and taking files from other devices through nearby share work ultra-fast.
- Its higher read/write scores also indicate how fast it is.
- It reduces loading times and stuttering, providing a smooth gaming experience.
Nord 4 – Antutu and Geekbench Benchmark Scores
- Antutu score: 1,112,884
- Geekbench Single core score: 1,880
- Geekbench Multi-core score: 4,969
- CPU Throttling: 71% of peak performance
The above Geekbench and AnTuTu scores indicate excellent performance for a mobile phone in this price range except its CPU throttling may be due to new processor.
Its real-world performance is outstanding, allowing you to play Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) or PUBG Mobile, call of duty (COD) at high settings smoothly.
For graphically demanding games like Genshin Impact, it provides 60fps good gaming experience with minimal lag.
OnePlus Nord 4: BGMI Graphics Settings and Gameplay
Graphic Settings
| BGMI Graphics | Oneplus Nord 4 5G |
|---|---|
| Smooth | Extreme+ (90fps) |
| Balanced | Extreme |
| HD | Extreme |
| HDR | Extreme |
| Ultra HDR | Ultra |
| Extreme HDR | NA |
Searching for the best graphics settings for BGMI on the OnePlus Nord 4 5G? Our table provides a detailed breakdown to ensure smooth gameplay. The gyroscope also functions smoothly on time, further enhancing your BGMI experience. Additionally, the impressive 2500Hz touch sampling rate delivers a fantastic response time, especially for in-game.
PUBG Gameplay Review
- My OnePlus Nord 4 5G delivered impressive performance during a one-hour BGMI session with smooth + extreme settings. I experienced no lag and no significant heating issues.
- The phone maintained a consistent frame rate, delivering 58-59 FPS during TDM matches and 50-60 FPS throughout gameplay on various maps like Erangel, Sanhok, and Livik. Occasional frame drops to 50 FPS occurred, but the phone quickly recovered to its smooth performance.
Overall, this real-world BGMI test demonstrates the Nord 4 5G’s capabilities for smooth, lag-free gaming.
COD and Genshin Impact Review
Call of Duty on the Nord 4 5G runs at 60 FPS without any frame drops. It works well for heavy games like Genshin Impact without lag at 60fps and gives a 55-60fps frame rate.
Battery: 5500mAh
The battery plays a major role for every gamer. It comes with a 5500mAh battery with a 100W charger, which is available in the box. You can play games non-stop for 4 to 5 hours and do any heavy tasks.
The battery drain was 19% after an hour of BGMI / PUBG play, and the phone remained cool even with the extreme settings.
The 100W charger takes 32 minutes to fully charge, which is really good. For normal day-to-day life with social apps, it can last one day easily. So, in the battery department, it performs well and gives you long gameplay.
OnePlus Nord 4 5G Pros & Cons
Here’s a quick breakdown of OnePlus Nord 4 5G pros and cons to help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Positives: Pros
- Metal Body: Metal body gives premium and different look. On hand feel is great.
- Strong Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.4.
- High-Quality Display: 120Hz Fluid AMOLED, HDR10+, Aqua touch.
- Energy-Efficient RAM: LPDDR5X with UFS4.1for multitasking.
- Long Battery Life: 5500mAh with 100W fast charging.
Negatives: Cons:
- Processor Limits: Under clocked processor.
- Benchmark Scores: Impressive but throttle during long sessions.
- HDR Limitations: Supports HDR on YouTube, not on Netflix.
- Camera: No doubt it has great camera but not better than Nord 3.
Overall, the OnePlus Nord 4 5G offers strong value, camera and good performance for its price, though it has limitations for heavy gaming and top-tier performance and it may be fixed by future update.
Conclusion
The OnePlus Nord 4 5G is a solid mid-range option for casual gamers who prioritize a balance between performance, battery life, and affordability. However, if you’re a hardcore gamer who needs top graphics and frame rates, you cam consider iQoo neo 9 pro. For a budget under ₹30,000, the OnePlus Nord 4 5G is a well-rounded smartphone offering decent gaming performance, display, look, camera and good value for money.
