OnePlus Nord CE5 Render Leaks with iPhone 16-Inspired Camera Island and 7,100mAh Battery

By Staff Writer . Smartphone Leaks & News . April 16, 2025

The upcoming OnePlus Nord CE5 has just had its first leaked render, offering a glimpse at the phone’s rear design—and it’s impossible to miss the inspiration. The camera island bears a striking resemblance to Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16, adopting a similar vertical layout with a modern, minimalist flair.

A Familiar Design Language

The Nord CE5 features:

• A dual-camera system set vertically inside a slightly raised module

• A flat frame and flat back panel for a clean, angular look

• A visual style similar to the upcoming OnePlus 13T, though each model seems to follow its own variation of the brand’s 2025 aesthetic playbook

This diverges from a unified design language across the Nord and main OnePlus lines—suggesting OnePlus is prioritizing device-level identity over lineup uniformity this year.

Leaked Specs So Far

The Nord CE5 is shaping up to be a mid-range powerhouse, reportedly launching in India this May. Key specs leaked so far include:

• Display: 6.7-inch flat OLED, 120Hz refresh rate

• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8350 SoC

• Battery: Massive 7,100mAh with 80W fast wired charging

• Rear Cameras:

  • 50MP main (Sony Lytia LYT-600)

  • 8MP ultrawide (Sony IMX355)

• Front Camera: 16MP selfie shooter

• Memory & Storage: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage

• Other Features:

  • Hybrid SIM slot

  • Single speaker

  • No mention of wireless charging or IP rating (yet)

Launch Timeline and Market Focus

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is expected to debut in India in May, with broader availability to be confirmed. The massive battery and high-refresh display suggest it’s aimed at power users on a budget, possibly making it one of the most competitively priced endurance-focused phones in 2025.

While we’ve only seen the back so far, this leak confirms that OnePlus is not afraid to borrow from Apple’s design playbook, even in the mid-range market.