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OnePlus‘ popular Nord lineup is expected to get a new mid range handset soon. The Nord CE 4 Lite is the device in question and it may offer a number of upgrades over its predecessor. So here’s everything you need to know about this smartphone.

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OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite could be a rebranded Oppo A3

1. OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite: Performance upgrade

The brand’s upcoming device was just recently spotted in a leak. Tipster Sanju that it will be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC. This is a noticeable upgrade over its predecessor, the Nord CE 3 Lite. To recall, the older model launched with the Snapdragon 695 SoC. So we can expect the Nord CE 4 Lite to offer improved performance overall.

This is a respectable mid range chipset that can handle most tasks and even gaming to a degree. Interestingly, the chip is also featured on the Honor X9b. The Nord CE 4 Lite is also expected to offer 8GB or 12GB of RAM along with up to 256GB of internal storage.

2. CE Lite now features AMOLED

OnePlus unveiled the Nord CE 3 Lite back in 2023 with a tall 6.72-inch IPS LCD panel that offered Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. But the tipster has claimed that the Nord CE 4 Lite will come with a bunch of upgrades over its predecessor, and the display is one of them. Apparently, the newer device will feature an AMOLED display. Although, it is slightly shorter, measuring 6.67 inches but is rumored to retain a 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. The screen will also house an in-display fingerprint scanner.

3. Larger battery for better endurance

OnePlus may boost the battery life as well on the Nord CE 4 Lite. While the 5,000mAh battery pack on the Nord CE 3 Lite was respectable, it seems like the brand is opting to offer more longer battery life to its users. The Nord CE 4 Lite is expected to be powered by a larger 5,500mAh cell. Rumors have hinted that its an Oppo A3 rebrand, so its fast charging might be limited to just 33W, down from the 67W on the Nord CE 3 Lite.

4. New Cameras

It is unclear whether the newer mid range handset will offer a triple camera setup as well, since the leak only revealed two cameras. Although, the image sensors are getting a change as well. The Nord CE 4 Lite will feature a 50-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel secondary lens. Meanwhile, the front may house a 16-megapixel selfie shooter. For those unaware, its predecessor came with a 108-megapixel triple camera setup and a 16-megapixel selfie shooter.

5. Indian launch confirmed?

Earlier this week, the yet-to-be-released smartphone was spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) database. It was seen carrying the CPH2619 model number. Finer details like the launch date or specs weren’t revealed in this certification, but it basically confirms that it will be available in the Indian market.

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