Smartphones nowadays come with backs made of various materials like polycarbonate, glass, leather, and ceramic. The transition from metal to these materials is attributed to several factors, including reduced signal interference, lighter weight, better heat management, enhanced design flexibility, and improved wireless charging capabilities. However, a new leak suggests that OnePlus is planning to introduce a smartphone with a metal back, bringing a unique twist. This device is likely to be the forthcoming OnePlus Nord 4.
OnePlus Nord 4 Design
OnePlus recently announced that it will hold its next launch event on July 16 for the global market. This event is expected to unveil multiple products, including the OnePlus Nord 4, the OnePlus Watch 2R, and the OnePlus Buds 3 Pro. Reports indicate that the Nord 4 will be a rebranded version of the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3-powered OnePlus Ace 3V, which was launched in China a few months ago.
Alleged OnePlus Nord 4 Schematic by DCS
Today, tipster Digital Chat Station released a schematic on his Weibo account, showcasing an upcoming OnePlus phone equipped with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip for the global market. This suggests that he may have revealed the design of the OnePlus Nord 4. He mentioned that the camera module is made of glass, while the rest of the body, including the middle frame, is a single-piece metal construction. The device is equipped with a horizontally arranged dual-camera system.
OnePlus Nord 4 Leaked Image by Tipster Sanju
The schematic is identical to a real-life image of the OnePlus Nord 4 shared by tipster Sanju. The specifications mentioned by the tipster align exactly with those of China’s Ace 3V. Thus, the Nord 4 could be a rebranded Ace 3V with a refreshed back panel. It remains to be seen if the Nord 4 will offer different specifications compared to its Chinese counterpart.
OnePlus Nord 4 Specifications (Rumored)
The OnePlus Nord 4 is anticipated to feature a 6.74-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 2150 nits. The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3-powered phone might come with up to 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, up to 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage, and a 5,500mAh battery supporting 100W fast charging.
It is expected to include a 16-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel (Sony IMX882 with OIS) + 8-megapixel (IMX335 ultra-wide) dual-camera setup on the back. Additionally, it may feature dual speakers, an IR blaster, and run on ColorOS 14-based Android 14.
