Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G
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Fairphone 4
Starting at
£402.27
OnePlus Nord CE 5G
Starting at
£270.00What's the difference between the Fairphone 4 and OnePlus Nord CE 5G?
Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the OnePlus Nord CE 5G starts at £270, £132.27 less than the Fairphone 4.
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- Chipset: Snapdragon 750G SM7225 on the Fairphone 4, Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) on the OnePlus Nord CE 5G.
- The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
- The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 3905 mAh.
Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G specs
The Fairphone 4 and OnePlus Nord CE 5G are both 2021 Android phones with 5G and USB-C connectivity, but they suit different priorities. It has a smaller but sharp IPS LCD screen and a higher resolution front camera. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a larger AMOLED screen and more RAM for smoother multitasking, plus a bigger battery and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It also offers dual physical SIM slots but no microSD support. Buyers who want longer software updates and expandable storage might prefer the Fairphone 4, while those wanting a bigger screen and higher RAM may lean towards the Nord CE 5G.
Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G price
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Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery size, software support, and basic build features. These affect how long your phone lasts each day and over months of use.
Battery Capacity
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a larger 4500 mAh battery, which suits users who need longer daily use between charges. The Fairphone 4 has a 3905 mAh battery, still adequate for typical daily use but with a smaller capacity.
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Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G performance
Performance depends on the processor, RAM, and available storage. These determine how smoothly your phone runs apps and handles multitasking.
Processor Similarity
Both phones use Snapdragon 750G chipsets, offering comparable processing power for everyday tasks and 5G connectivity.
Memory Size
OnePlus Nord CE 5G includes 8 GB of RAM, which helps with smoother multitasking and keeping multiple apps open. Fairphone 4 has 6 GB of RAM, suitable for everyday use but with less memory for heavy multitasking.
Storage Options
Fairphone 4 is available with 128 GB or 256 GB of storage, giving you more space if you need it. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is stocked with 128 GB, which is good for typical storage needs.
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Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G screen
Screen quality influences how you view videos, photos, and apps. Differences in size, resolution, and panel type affect clarity and colour.
Screen Size and Resolution
OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a larger 6.43 inch screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2400, offering a more spacious display for video and browsing. Fairphone 4 has a slightly smaller 6.3 inch screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2340.
Screen Type
The Fairphone 4 uses an IPS LCD screen, which provides good colour accuracy and viewing angles. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G features a Fluid AMOLED screen, delivering deeper blacks and more vivid colours, ideal if you prefer richer visuals.
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Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G camera
Camera quality and audio ports affect how you capture images and listen to sound.
Front Camera Resolution
Fairphone 4 has a 25 megapixel front camera, which suits users who prioritise detailed selfies and video calls. OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a 16 megapixel front camera.
Main Camera Resolution
OnePlus Nord CE 5G offers a 64 megapixel main camera, capturing more detail in photos for those who take lots of pictures. Fairphone 4 has a 48 megapixel main camera, still good for everyday photography.
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Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G size and design
Other features affect daily convenience and flexibility, including size, weight, ports, and SIM options.
SIM and Storage Expansion
Fairphone 4 supports one physical SIM and eSIM, along with microSDXC card expansion, so you can add more storage if needed. OnePlus Nord CE 5G uses dual physical SIM slots but does not support microSD cards.
Audio Connector
OnePlus Nord CE 5G includes a 3.5mm headphone jack alongside USB-C, useful if you prefer wired headphones without adapters. Fairphone 4 has USB-C only.
Dimensions and Weight
Fairphone 4 is slightly larger and heavier at 162 mm tall, 75.5 mm wide, 10.5 mm deep and 225 g. OnePlus Nord CE 5G is more compact and lighter at 159.2 mm tall, 73.5 mm wide, 7.9 mm deep and 170 g, which may suit those wanting a lighter device.
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Fairphone 4 or OnePlus Nord CE 5G: which should you buy?
Buy the Fairphone 4 if
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (25 megapixels vs 16 megapixels)
- you want a memory card slot
Buy the OnePlus Nord CE 5G if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £270, £132.27 less than the Fairphone 4
- you want more RAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3905 mAh)
Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G FAQs
Fairphone 4 vs OnePlus Nord CE 5G comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Snapdragon 750G SM7225 on the Fairphone 4, Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) on the OnePlus Nord CE 5G. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has more RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB.
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G is cheaper refurbished, from £270 compared with £402.27 for the Fairphone 4.
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a bigger battery: 4500 mAh vs 3905 mAh.
The OnePlus Nord CE 5G has a higher-resolution main camera: 64 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
Refurbished, the Fairphone 4 comes in 128GB and 256GB, and the OnePlus Nord CE 5G in 128GB.
