Highlights
- OnePlus has raised prices of the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite in India by up to ₹3,000.
- Nord CE6 now costs ₹31,999 for the base 8/128GB variant and Nord CE6 Lite revised prices starts from ₹22,999 for 6/128GB,
- The hike is reportedly linked to the ongoing memory cost crisis.
OnePlus has increased the prices of the OnePlus Nord CE6 and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite in India. The latest price hike comes just two weeks after the launch of the Nord CE6 series in the country with both smartphones now becoming costlier by up to Rs 3,000 depending on the variant.
The increase in pricing is reportedly linked to the ongoing memory cost crisis that has been affecting the smartphone industry for several months. Here are more details.
OnePlus Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite – New Prices in India
The OnePlus Nord CE6 with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, which originally launched at Rs 29,999, is now priced at Rs 31,999. Meanwhile, the 8GB + 256GB variant has received a Rs 2,000 price increase and now costs Rs 34,999 instead of Rs 32,999.
The more affordable OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has also received a price hike across all variants. The base 6GB + 128GB version is now priced at Rs 22,999 up from its original launch price of Rs 20,999.
Similarly, the 8GB + 128GB variant now costs Rs 25,999 instead of Rs 22,999, while the top-end 8GB + 256GB model is now available at Rs 28,999 compared to its earlier price of Rs 25,999.
Quick look at the new prices –
| Model | Old Price | New Price |
| OnePlus Nord CE6 8/128GB | Rs 29,999 | Rs 31,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE6 8/256GB | Rs 32,999 | Rs 34,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 6/128GB | Rs 20,999 | Rs 22,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 8/128GB | Rs 22,999 | Rs 25,999 |
| OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 8/256GB | Rs 25,999 | Rs 28,999 |
What This Means For Buyers?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 series was launched in India earlier this month as a more affordable alternative to the OnePlus Nord 6 lineup. Following the latest revision, the smartphones now carry significantly higher price tags compared to their launch pricing.
Despite the latest price hike, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite still offers strong value for users looking for a dependable mid-range smartphone. The device comes with a large 7,000mAh battery, MediaTek Dimensity 7400 processor and capable cameras suitable for everyday photography. However, one drawback is the absence of an AMOLED display especially when competing phones in the same segment already offer AMOLED panels.
The OnePlus Nord CE6, on the other hand, brings several notable upgrades over its predecessor including a 1.5K 144Hz display, IP69K-rated durability, and a massive 8,000mAh battery. These features make it an attractive option for users seeking strong battery life and a high-quality display experience in the mid-range segment.
Although the camera setup remains relatively modest compared to some competitors. So, users primarily focused on photography may want to explore other alternatives before making a purchase decision.
FAQs
Q1. Why did OnePlus increase the prices of the Nord CE6 series?
Answer. The hike of up to ₹3,000 is reportedly due to the ongoing memory cost crisis affecting the smartphone industry.
Q2. What are the new prices of the OnePlus Nord CE6 models?
Answer. The 8GB+128GB variant now costs ₹31,999, while the 8GB+256GB model is priced at ₹34,999.
Q3. How much do the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite variants cost after the hike?
Answer. The 6GB+128GB version is ₹22,999, the 8GB+128GB is ₹25,999, and the 8GB+256GB variant is ₹28,999.
