Highlights
- OnePlus 12 debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC and up to 16GB RAM for peak performance.
- Revolutionary Dual Cryo-velocity VC Cooling System introduced in OnePlus 12.
- OnePlus 12 boasts a 6.8-inch 2K Super Fluid OLED display with LTPO+ technology.
- Enhanced camera system with a 50MP primary lens and 64MP periscope camera in OnePlus 12.
The OnePlus 12, with its launch in India, has raised the bar in the smartphone market, priced at a competitive Rs 64,999.
This latest offering from OnePlus is not just a step up from its predecessor but a leap into the future of mobile technology.
Here, we delve into the five key features that distinguish the OnePlus 12 from its competitors and predecessors, marking it as a flagship that truly stands out.
A Powerhouse of Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Trinity Engine
At the heart of the OnePlus 12’s superior performance lies the cutting-edge Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.
Complementing this is an astounding up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a robust 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
OnePlus’s proprietary Trinity Engine is the cherry on top, ensuring seamless multitasking and sustained peak performance.
It’s a combination of six advanced technologies:
- CPU Vitalization: Maximizes chipset performance while optimizing battery usage.
- RAM Vitalization: Enhances background app functioning and efficient resource allocation.
- ROM Vitalization: Prolongs phone lifespan with an effective compression algorithm.
- HyperBoost: Employs AI for boosted gaming frame rates.
- HyperRendering: Reduces gaming latency and power consumption.
- HyperTouch: Enhances touch accuracy, preventing mis-touches.
Revolutionary Cooling: Dual Cryo-velocity VC System
OnePlus 12 introduces a groundbreaking cooling system to tackle heat generation during intense use.
This dual VC cooling system, with its unique micron-level 3D capillary structure, efficiently manages heat from critical components, keeping the device cool even under strenuous conditions like 4K video recording or high-end gaming.
Visual Excellence: Enhanced Super Fluid OLED Display
The OnePlus 12 dazzles with its 6.8-inch 2K Super Fluid OLED display, boasting an unprecedented brightness level of 4,500nits and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The LTPO+ technology enables an adaptive refresh rate, enhancing battery efficiency.
Additionally, the display supports Pro XDR and Dolby Vision for an immersive viewing experience, all protected by the robust Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
Advanced Photography: New and Improved Camera System
Photography enthusiasts will be thrilled with the OnePlus 12’s camera system. It features a trio of lenses:
- A 50MP Sony LYT 808 primary camera with OIS and AF.
- A 64MP OV64B 3x periscope camera.
- A 48MP ultra-wide camera with a 114-degree field of view.
This setup, coupled with the latest HDR algorithm, promises natural, detailed images and exceptional 4K video capabilities with Dolby Vision support.
Unmatched Battery Life and Charging Speed
Powering this behemoth is a 5,400mAh battery, the largest yet in a OnePlus flagship.
The device supports 80W SUPERVOOC and 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging, achieving a full charge in under 30 minutes with the 100W SUPERVOOC charger, a testament to OnePlus’s commitment to efficiency and convenience.
OnePlus 12 Verdict
The OnePlus 12 is not just an upgrade; in our opinion, it’s a redefinition of what a flagship smartphone can be.
From its powerhouse performance and innovative cooling system to the stellar display, cutting-edge camera, and impressive battery life, the OnePlus 12 is a device that sets new benchmarks in every aspect.
Stay tuned for our full review of the device.
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ONEPLUS 12 KEY SPECIFICATION
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 48 MP |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | June 7, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.84 GHz, Single core, Kryo 680 + 2.42 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 680 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 680) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 5 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 660 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 393 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP, Primary Camera 8 MP 48 MP |
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| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 32 MP, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+CDMA |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
What are the major performance upgrades in the OnePlus 12?
The OnePlus 12 features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, and the Trinity Engine comprising six technologies for optimized performance, including CPU Vitalization and HyperBoost.
How does the OnePlus 12 manage heat dissipation?
The OnePlus 12 employs a Dual Cryo-velocity VC Cooling System, featuring a micron-level 3D capillary structure for efficient heat management, particularly during intensive tasks like gaming or 4K videography.
What are the display features of the OnePlus 12?
The OnePlus 12 includes a 6.8-inch 2K Super Fluid OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, LTPO+ technology, Pro XDR, and Dolby Vision support, ensuring a bright and immersive visual experience.
What camera specifications does the OnePlus 12 offer?
The OnePlus 12’s camera setup includes a 50MP Sony LYT 808 wide-angle camera with OIS, a 64MP periscope camera, and a 48MP ultra-wide camera, supporting advanced HDR algorithms and 4K video capabilities.
Smooth Beyond Belief: OnePlus Debuts the OnePlus 12. Details?
OnePlus officially launched its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 12, at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.
Representing the culmination of OnePlus’ decade-long pursuit for excellence and innovation, the OnePlus 12 boasts the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the proprietary Trinity Engine, the 4th Gen Hasselblad Camera for Mobile, a new 2K 120Hz ProXDR display, 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging, 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging, and OnePlus’ iconic modern elegant design, delivering an unparalleled flagship experience that is incredibly fast and smooth.
“As we celebrate the tenth anniversary of OnePlus with our loyal users worldwide, we are thrilled to introduce the OnePlus 12 — an all-round flagship phone that embodies our decade-long leadership in technology,” said Pete Lau, Founder of OnePlus.
“With our ‘Never Settle’ mantra, OnePlus is dedicated to bringing innovative ideas to life and disrupting the mobile industry.
With the OnePlus 12, we have created a true masterpiece, combining advanced technologies from OnePlus and our partners to make it one of the best flagship smartphones in the year 2024.”
How does OnePlus 12 give Long-lasting Fast and Smooth Experiences ?
The OnePlus 12 is designed to deliver an uncompromising performance.
At the heart of the OnePlus 12 is Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 mobile platform, an ultra-intelligent chip promising top-tier performance and power efficiency with up to 30% improved CPU performance and a 25% enhancement in GPU performance.
Empowered by the proprietary Trinity Engine and equipped with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 ROM, the OnePlus 12 can keep applications readily available in the background for 72 hours1.
In addition, OnePlus 12 is the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 device to be approved as Snapdragon Spaces™ Ready.
This will allow developers to bring their XR ideas to life and explore the full potential of head-worn AR.
The OnePlus 12 introduces an industry-leading Dual Cryo-velocity VC Cooling System, featuring a 3D capillary dissipation structure and a dual VC design with OnePlus’ largest-ever surface area covering 9,140 mm², revolutionizing the flow of the coolant to significantly reduce overheating.
Crafted using a unibody die-casting manufacturing process, the larger VC consistently absorbs heat from the smaller VC to accelerate the entire heat dissipation process, making the OnePlus 12 a versatile companion for activities such as marathon gaming sessions, pro-level video editing, and concurrent charging without risk of overheating.
With support for 100W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition and a 5400mAh big battery, the OnePlus 12 reduces the time spent tethered to an outlet, allowing users to use the device more freely.
The OnePlus 12 takes only 26 minutes from 1% to 100% battery capacity courtesy of its 100W SUPERVOOC fast-charging function.
In North America, the OnePlus 12 charges with 80W SUPERVOOC Endurance Edition that can take only 30 minutes from 1% to 100% battery capacity.
The long-awaited 50W AIRVOOC wireless charging also makes its debut in the OnePlus 12, providing a reliable alternative for those who prefer a cable-free lifestyle.
Harnessing the power of a twin-battery design with each cell charging at an impressive 25W, the 50W AIRVOOC outpaces even some of the most advanced wired charging solutions while offering unmatched efficiency.
As a result, the OnePlus 12 has proven its capability to run Genshin Impact at maximum settings, achieving an impressive and consistent frame rate of 57.4FPS3 (Frames Per Second) during a rigorous 3-hour testing session.
Furthermore, its exceptional battery performance enables it to sustain 5.5 hours of continuous video shooting at 1080p resolution, operating at 30Hz.
In addition, the all-round flagship experience on the OnePlus 12 is boosted further by powerful and stable wireless signal performance.
The omnidirectional antenna design, with a total of 16 antennas, enables the OnePlus 12 to unleash the full potential of high-speed connectivity.
OnePlus 12 features Authentic Hasselblad Style Photography. Details?
The OnePlus 12 stands out as a photography master with a professional-grade camera system featuring flagship hardware and advanced image processing algorithms developed in collaboration with Hasselblad.
The phone takes the flagship-level triple camera system of the OnePlus 11 and brings it to the next level with an industry-first 50MP Sony’s LYT-808 wide-angle camera.
Featuring a large ƒ/1.6 aperture and 1/1.4-inch sensor size, the camera offers a greater depth of field while compensating for the loss of light to deliver crystal-clear images with vibrant colors and intricate details even in low-light environments.
Red glare and artefact reduction are also supported to help capture even more true-to-life images.
As the first OnePlus single-screen flagship to feature a best-in-class OV64B 3x periscope telephoto camera with 6x in-sensor zoom, the OnePlus 12 offers a 3x to 120x photographic zoom range that gives users the flexibility to capture spontaneous moments and highly expressive portraits from afar.
This unrivalled periscope telephoto lens not only ensures high image quality but also perfectly replicates natural lights and shadows.
With its 114° field of view in an impressive 48MP resolution, the OnePlus 12’s ultra-wide camera is more than just the icing on the cake, instead empowering users to capture a broader perspective on life that still retains the finest details.
OnePlus’ latest RAW HDR algorithm further enhances the phone’s ability to control light by understanding visual landscapes and harmonizing the interplay between highlights and shadows.
By rendering optimal brightness, balanced exposure, authentic color saturation, and seamless vignette control, the OnePlus 12 makes it possible to capture DSLR-like images that mirror reality with impeccable resolution and even greater precision.
The newly upgraded Hasselblad Portrait Mode simulates the nuances of bokeh and flare effects of Hasselblad’s classic lenses from 1x to 3x, adding additional visual angles while imparting a natural depth of field to create transitions between subject and background that are seamless beyond belief.
Does OnePlus 12 have a Modern Elegant Design?
The OnePlus 12 is a masterpiece in design that pays tribute to a decade of OnePlus’s daring spiring and bold attitude.
Drawing inspiration from the intricate craftsmanship of luxury watches, the phone inherits the timeless modern elegance of the OnePlus 11 5G while adopting a hollow-curved design that mirrors the precision found in the delicate inner workings of a finely polished timepiece.
The OnePlus 12 is available in two colorways — Flowy Emerald and Silky Black. Inspired by the breathtaking spectacle of the braided Dart River in New Zealand, where emerald ribbons pulsate with vibrant energy, Flowy Emerald captures the essence of natural wonders and employs state-of-the-art AG technology and a precision etching process to bring a premium texture with exquisite dynamism to the phone’s glass back cover.
What’s the Price & Availability of OnePlus 12?
The OnePlus 12 will be launched in two exciting variants, the 12/256GB option which will be priced at INR 64,999 and the 16/512GB option which will be priced at INR 69,999 will go on sale at 12:00 PM on 30th January.
The pre-booking for the OnePlus 12 starts from 8:45 PM on 23rd January. Customers can get a free trial of Google One & YouTube Premium on OnePlus 12. Find more details on OnePlus.in.
Customers can avail an instant bank discount of INR 2,000 with ICICI credit card and OneCard.
Customers can avail a special exchange bonus of up to INR 10,000 while purchasing the OnePlus 12.
Customers can also buy the OnePlus 12 with OnePlus Easy Upgrades and get 35% assured value at the end of the 24 months.
A special pre-booking offer is available for INR 1,999, where customers can pre-order the OnePlus 12 from 23rd January and also avail no cost EMI for 12 months.
The first 1,000 customers who order the OnePlus 12 are entitled to exclusive OnePlus Merchandise.
OnePlus 12 and users can link to RCC and avail a special coupon discount of INR 3,000 discount while purchasing the OnePlus Pad.
Customers can also avail of 50% off on the Accidental Damage Protection Plan, available on OnePlus.in, OnePlus Store App and OnePlus Experience Stores.
How does OnePlus 12 give Cinematic Visual and Audio Experiences?
The OnePlus 12 harmonizes an ultra-bright display with cinema-like sound to bring users flagship audiovisual experiences like never before.
At the centre of this experience is a 2K 120Hz ProXDR display powered by BOE’s brand-new blue diamond pixel layout, which enables the OnePlus 12 to reach a peak brightness of 4,500 nits – the brightest-ever screen on a OnePlus smartphone – with the ability to deliver ultra-realistic, silky-smooth visuals for a premium viewing experience.
ProXDR further ensures that lossless images with high dynamic range and a rich color spectrum can be enjoyed in full detail on the phone’s stunning display.
This innovative display sets or matches 18 smartphone display performance records of DisplayMateA+. It also receives Intelligent Eye Care certification by TÜV Rheinland thanks to its ability to effectively reduce blue light emission and intelligent color temperature adjustment in response to changing ambient conditions.
Fitted with LTPO technology, the display can automatically switch between a refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz based on user preferences and specific usage scenarios while keeping power consumption comparatively low. Dolby Vision is also supported to elevate the overall visual experience with ultra-vivid colors, crisp contrast, and intricate details.
For avid gamers seeking hyper-realistic and ultra-immersive mobile gaming experiences, the OnePlus 12 offers the perfect solution in the form of HyperRendering.
Built upon OnePlus’ in-house graphics algorithms and a dedicated Pixelworks X7 Independent Visual Processor, this groundbreaking visual quality enhancement technology empowers the OnePlus 12 to deliver super-resolution picture quality with remarkable efficiency, achieving 120Hz frame rate for all games through frame Interpolation technology2 while ensuring real-time HDR color calibration.
For enhanced touch accuracy, Aqua Touch can detect wet fingers and water droplets on the screen and compensate accordingly, significantly alleviating issues related to sweaty hands and mistouches during both intense gameplay and everyday use.
Complementing the high-quality visuals are immersive 3D sound spaces that add the finishing touch to the all-round entertainment experience.
When paired with the OnePlus Buds 3 or other OnePlus earbuds with spatial audio and in-app customization support, the OnePlus 12 delivers simultaneous playback of different audio content in multiple directions to create a flagship 3D Spatial Audio experience.
Thanks to the inclusion of dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atoms, dedicated spatial audio can even be enjoyed without earbuds, offering cinema-level audio quality with reduced acoustic resonance.
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