OnePlus Nord Watch Review: Bringing Elegance to the Economy Class

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When it comes to smartwatches priced below Rs 5,000, function inevitably triumphs over form.

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It is not as if budget smartwatches look bad. Amazfit, Realme, and Redmi have some decent-looking devices in that price segment.

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That might change with the OnePlus Nord Watch, the first wearable in the Nord range, which looks to combine some rather good design.

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With fitness tracking features and some handy smarts, all while keeping the price in the budget category.

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It has a 1.78-inch display, which is large for the segment. It is on the slim side and weighs a little over 50 grams, even with the band.

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A zinc alloy frame and a bright 1.78-inch AMOLED display give it a very premium touch.

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That has the same resolution (448 x 368px) as the 44mm Apple Watch and a 60 Hz refresh rate.

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There are hundreds of watchfaces to play around with, although only five remain on the watch.

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Nord Watch comes with an understated elegance that enables it to blend in wherever it goes, from the gym to the boardroom to the cafe.

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