Breaking it down simply — onePlus is expanding its Nord 6 lineup with two additional phones: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 and the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite. Both phones will sit below the Nord 6 in terms of pricing and hardware, but they will offer a similar overall experience. With the Nord CE 6 and CE 6 Lite, OnePlus aims to widen its portfolio and reach more pricing points. The latest teaser reveals key details about the OnePlus Nord CE 6 lineup, including their designs and specifications.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 series India launch date

OnePlus Nord CE 6 and CE 6 Lite are set to debut in the country on May 7th at 12 pm IST. The launch date announcement was made on OnePlus India’s official X page. Both smartphones is set to become available via Amazon, and possibly other channels like the OnePlus India store. There’s a dedicated microsite for both phones on Amazon, where you can Take a look at the latest updates and also subscribe to more.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 looks quite like the latest OnePlus phones with the small and minimalist camera deco. It looks even more minimalist and sleek on the OnePlus Nord CE 6 with what appears to be a textured finish on the camera island. This phone houses two rear camera sensors and an LED flash on the side. It is set to become available in three colour options: black, white, and light blue. Like the premium-tier OnePlus 15 series, the Nord CE 6 is also getting IP66/68,69/69K ratings for dust and water resistance.

As per the official teaser, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 will be powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset. It will also come with 144 FPS gaming support and a 3,200 touch sampling rate. The emphasis again appears to be on gaming, like what we’ve been seeing on recent OnePlus phones. The chipset is also capable of a mid-segment phone for regular to moderate usage.

The Nord CE 6’s highlight would be its massive 8,000mAh battery, claimed to run for up to 10 hours of BGMI and up to 30 hours of YouTube. This device is also getting 27W reverse charging support, so it can double as a power bank when needed. With an 8,000mAh battery, the Nord CE 6 should be able to run through more than a day. Up front, the Nord 6 is getting a 1.5K display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 1,800 nits of peak brightness, and 3,840Hz PWM Dimming.

OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite: what to expect

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite’s design is different as it houses a vertical camera island like the Nord 5 series. It will come in black and light green colour options. This phone will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset, which should be good enough for daily tasks. It is confirmed to house a large 7,000mAh battery with up to two days of power. This phone is also getting a 144Hz display, making it a good option for gaming.

If you’ve been wanting to get a OnePlus phone in the affordable segment, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite may seem worth waiting for. But it would be advised to read reviews and compare with rivals to see where the phone stands. As for the OnePlus Nord 6, it could serve as an affordable alternative to the Nord 6. It will also be a new mid-segment option for people who want a gaming-focused phone with a large battery.