When was OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite launched, and which software does it run?

It launched on 7 May 2026 with OxygenOS 16 (Android 16). It is still on its launch software. The brand promises 2 years of updates.

Is OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite good for camera, battery and gaming?

Camera: below average. Battery: excellent (7000 mAh). Gaming and speed: average (MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex (4nm)).

LCD screen, no wide-angle camera, and the price has climbed from ₹20,999 to ₹28,999 since May.

Water and dust rating: IP64, MIL-STD-810H.

45W wired (PPS), 10W reverse wired, bypass charging

Name: OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
Brand: OnePlus
Price: 28999 INR

A smooth OnePlus with a big battery, stereo speakers and a fast 144Hz screen. Launched 7 May 2026.

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₹28,999Base model price, checked 19 October 2026 7.2/10 overall • Camera 4 • Battery 9 • Speed 5 How we score

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Launched7 May 2026with OxygenOS 16 (Android 16)

Software nowOxygenOS 16 (Android 16)Still on launch software • 2 yrs of updates

Battery: 7000mAh battery with 45W charging and bypass charging, so it comfortably lasts a day and more.
Camera: A 50MP main camera that can record 4K; the second camera is only a 2MP mono sensor.
Speed: Dimensity 7400 Apex is quick for everyday use and handles most games at medium settings.
The catch: LCD screen, no wide-angle camera, and the price has climbed from ₹20,999 to ₹28,999 since May.

Full specifications (tap to open)

Display	6.72-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2400) IPS LCD, 144Hz, 1000 nits HBM
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex (4nm)
CPU	4x Cortex-A78 @ 2.6GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz
Graphics (GPU)	Mali-G615
AI chip (NPU)	MediaTek NPU (TOPS not officially stated)
RAM and storage	6GB RAM, 128GB (UFS 3.1, LPDDR4X; microSDXC (shared SIM slot))
Battery	7000 mAh
Charging	45W wired (PPS), 10W reverse wired, bypass charging
Cameras	50 MP OmniVision OV50D40 main (1/2.88", f/1.8, PDAF) + 2 MP monochrome; 8 MP selfie (f/2.0)
Water and dust	IP64, MIL-STD-810H
Size and weight	8.5mm thick, 208g
Software	OxygenOS 16 (Android 16) at launch, OxygenOS 16 (Android 16) now
Updates	2 years promised
5G	Yes
NFC	No
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6 (per launch report), Bluetooth 5.4 (aptX HD, LHDC 5), no NFC, USB-C 2.0, no 3.5mm jack
Modem	Integrated MediaTek 5G modem (model not officially stated)
Speakers and haptics	Stereo speakers; haptics not detailed
Screen flicker (PWM)	Not officially stated; 240Hz touch sampling
Cooling	Not officially stated
Colours	Hyper Black, Vivid Mint

Our verdict combines 4 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.

Price unchanged since we started tracking it on 18 October 2026.

OnePlus has raised the price three times since the May 2026 launch (latest on 17 August); expect bank offers rather than real price cuts.

5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: No.

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What is the price of OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite in India?: OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite starts at ₹28,999 for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model. OnePlus has raised the price three times since the May 2026 launch (latest on 17 August); expect bank offers rather than real price cuts.
When was OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite launched, and which software does it run?: It launched on 7 May 2026 with OxygenOS 16 (Android 16). It is still on its launch software. The brand promises 2 years of updates.
Is OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite good for camera, battery and gaming?: Camera: below average. Battery: excellent (7000 mAh). Gaming and speed: average (MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex (4nm)).
What is the biggest downside of OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite?: LCD screen, no wide-angle camera, and the price has climbed from ₹20,999 to ₹28,999 since May.
Does OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite support 5G and NFC in India?: 5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: No.
Is OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite waterproof?: Water and dust rating: IP64, MIL-STD-810H.
How fast does OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite charge?: 45W wired (PPS), 10W reverse wired, bypass charging