Verdict
The OnePlus Nord N100 is a budget smartphone that punches above its weight in terms of features and performance. It might not be the most powerful phone out there, but it offers great value for its price. The phone’s impressive battery life, clean software, and decent camera make it a compelling option for those who are looking for an affordable smartphone.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 20,999 Expected |
Other Countries | $75 €71 £59 ¥548 ₹6383 ﷼283 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - International |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (CA) Cat13 400/50 Mbps |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2020, October 26 |
Status | Available. Released 2020, November 11 |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 164.9 x 75.1 x 8.5 mm (6.49 x 2.96 x 0.33 in) |
Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic frame |
SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 10, OxygenOS 10.5.9 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 240 & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 240) |
GPU | Adreno 610 |
MEMORY | |
Card Slot | microSDXC |
Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Triple | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
FRONT CAMERA | |
Single | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
Features | HDR |
Video | 1080p@30fps |
SOUND | |
Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | Yes |
COMMS | |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
NFC | |
Radio | FM radio |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 18W wired |
MISC | |
Colors | Midnight Frost |
Models | BE2013, BE2015, BE2011, BE2012 |
Design and Display
The OnePlus Nord N100 has a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. The screen has a 20:9 aspect ratio, and it is available in two colors – Midnight Frost and Polar Silver. The phone has a plastic back with a textured finish that provides a comfortable grip. It also has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, which is quick and responsive.
Performance and Storage
The OnePlus Nord N100 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor, which is paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The phone also has a dedicated microSD card slot, which allows you to expand the storage up to 256GB. The Snapdragon 460 is not the most powerful processor out there, but it can handle day-to-day tasks with ease.
Triple Camera
The OnePlus Nord N100 comes with a triple-camera setup at the back, which includes a 13MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The camera performance is decent for a budget smartphone, but it’s not something that would blow your mind. The phone also has an 8MP front-facing camera, which is good for video calls and selfies.
Battery and Connectivity
One of the most impressive features of the OnePlus Nord N100 is its battery life. The phone has a massive 5000mAh battery. The phone also supports 18W fast charging, which can charge the battery from 0 to 100% in just over two hours. The phone is equipped with 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi Hotspot, A-GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack for connectivity.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Oneplus Nord N100 in Pakistan:
Please note that pricing details are subject to change and may vary depending on the retailer or provider. It is always advisable to confirm the price before making a purchase.