Unboxing the OnePlus Nord 2 'flagship killer', a £399 smartphone boasting upgraded camera tech and performance courtesy of the Dimensity 1200-AI chipset. Ahead of my review, here's a specs dump plus camera test and gaming on Genshin impact, with a tour of the OnePlus Nord 2's features.

Is this one of the best value phones of 2021, offering premium specifications for a mid-range price? Let me know your thoughts below! This blower has a UK release date of July 29, available from Amazon, John Lewis and O2.

The Nord 2 boasts a custom Mediatek platform that adds AI smarts to the media playback, camera UI and more. The triple-lens cam serves up a 50MP IMX766 sensor, plus ultra-wide and mono options. Although the OnePlus Nord 2 sports a different camera app to normal.

Gaming is much improved vs the original, so Genshin Impact can be played on the maximum graphics and frame rate settings. Plus you also have 65W fast charging for the 4500mAh battery.

So that's a close look at the Nord 2 but stay tuned for an in-depth review after I've used it as my full-time phone for over a week. Comparisons coming soon!

OnePlus Nord 2 Unboxing Chapters:
0:00 - Price & Release Date
1:04 - What's in the box?
1:44 - Design
3:28 - Official Cases
4:31 - OxygenOS & Features
7:05 - Screen & Audio
9:06 - Performance & Gaming
11:18 - Battery
11:57 - Camera test
14:33 - Verdict