Review of the OnePlus Nord 2T

 design, construction, and handling

Whether you choose the glossy (Jade Fog) or frosted (Gray Shadow) model, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a stylish smartphone. The back and the camera island were changed, and these are the easiest way to distinguish this phone from the Nord 2, although using largely the same components.

The larger camera island and larger black rings on the new Nord 2T. Of course, the back panels have different paint treatments.

We thought both the glossy and the frosted versions were attractive in their own right. Although neither has a flawless grip, the glossy Nord 2T has a little advantage. Both variants are smudge-resistant, so while fingerprints do eventually stay, it takes a lot longer and is less difficult to remove them.

Beyond its exterior, the OnePlus Nord 2T was constructed using a tried-and-true method: two Gorilla Glass 5 panels separated by a glossy plastic frame. The rear glass and the frame are gently curved toward the edges, although the front glass is flat.

Again, the OnePlus Nord 2T has no official ingress protection rating, although the SIM slot appears to have rubber insulation, leaving it completely exposed.

The 6.43-inch Fluid AMOLED display on the OnePlus Nord 2T is just as stunning as the one on the Nord 2. It has a 90Hz refresh rate, supports HDR10+, and has bezels that aren't too thick.

The upper left corner of the panel contains a perforation for the 32MP selfie camera. There is a narrow grille above the screen that conceals the earpiece, which serves as a second speaker in the audio system.

Under the screen, there is also an optical fingerprint scanner that has shown to be quick and accurate.

Aside from the substantial camera island, the back is relatively clean. The top black circle houses the main 50MP camera, while the bottom black circle houses the 8MP ultrawide camera and the 2MP depth sensor. The dual-LED flash and a transparent sensor cover are visible outside.

The camera island protrudes from the back of the phone, therefore it is only normal that the phone wobbles when placed on a desk.

The slick frame offers virtually no grip. The top and bottom are thicker while the sides are thinner.

On the left side, by itself, is the volume control.

The three-step silencer and the power/lock key are located on the left side.

At the top of the Nord 2T, one microphone stands out.

The bottom of the device is crammed with features, including the dual-SIM tray, the primary microphone, the USB-C connector, and the outlet for the second stereo speaker.

The OnePlus Nord 2T has similar dimensions to the Nord 2 and a weight of 190g, which is standard for devices with screen sizes of around 6.4 inches.

The Nord 2T is undoubtedly not a little phone, but it differs enough from the common 6.67-inchers to appeal to those who are sick of clunky devices. Additionally, it is pretty lovely and distinctive, and the back cover comes in two different finishes.

Although the included case greatly aids, the Nord 2T's grip is far from ideal. We advise purchasing the glossy Jade Fog model if you intend to use this phone completely nude because it has a somewhat smoother overall handling experience.

In any case, we enjoyed the OnePlus Nord 2T just as much as we did the first. Even though we would want a stronger grip and an official IP certification, we have no concerns regarding the build quality.