Highlights
- Features a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
- Offers up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage
- Equipped with a 50MP main camera and 100W SuperVOOC charging
- Includes advanced durability with Swiss SGS certification and NFC connectivity
OPPO has unveiled the K12, a rebranded version of the recently launched OnePlus Nord CE 4 in India.
This latest addition to the K series brings a familiar set of specifications to the Chinese market and obviously is only going to be sold in that market.
Here’s what you need to know.
OPPO K12: Pricing
- 8GB + 256GB: 1799 CNY(approx. Rs. 20,680)
- 12GB + 256GB: 1999 CNY(approx. Rs. 22,980)
- 12GB + 512GB: 2499 CNY(approx. Rs. 28,730)
These prices more-or-less echo how the Nord CE 4 retails in India.
The OPPO K12 is now available for pre-order in China and will go on sale starting from April 29th.
OPPO K12: Key Specs
- 7-inch Full HD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC
- Up to 12GB RAM with 12GB virtual RAM
- Up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
- 50MP main camera with Sony LYT-600 sensor
- 16MP front camera
- 5500mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC charging
OPPO K12: Features
If you’re familiar with the Nord CE 4 then the specs of the K12 will not come as any shock to you.
The handset boasts an anti-fall diamond structure with a Swiss SGS Gold Label Five-Star Fall Resistance Certification, ensuring durability.
Apart from that you also get the standard 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with a resolution of 2412 x 1080 pixels.
It also supports a 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM Dimming, and up to 1100 nits of peak brightness.
As per usual, powering the OPPO K12 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, built on a 4nm process.
The device is equipped with a 4192mm super large liquid-cooled VC heat sink and a total heat dissipation area of 15277mm.
For battery needs the 5,500mAh battery is present along with lightning-fast 100W of SuperVOOC charging.
The camera setup includes a 50MP main camera with a Sony LYT-600 sensor and optical image stabilization (OIS), accompanied by an 8MP 120-degree ultra-wide camera with a Sony IMX355 sensor.
For selfies, there’s a 16MP front-facing camera. Additionally, the device supports NFC connectivity, which the OnePlus Nord CE 4 lacks.
Oppo K12 Specs
GENERAL
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | July 25, 2024 (Expected) |
DESIGN
| Colors | Moon Shadow Gray, Glacier Blue |
DISPLAY
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1.07B) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.1:9 |
| PPI | ~ 401 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 90.8% |
| Features | 1100 nits local peak brightness. 500 nits peak brightness (HBM typical), 2160Hz PWM high frequency dimming |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| 5G Bands | n1/n3/n5/n8/n28A/n40/n41/n77/n78 |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes |
EXTRA
| GPS | GPS, AGPS, BDS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Geomagnetic Sensor, Optical Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gravity Sensor, Virtual Gyroscope, Pedometer, Compass |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Extra Features | LPDDR4x RAM |
CAMERA
| Rear Camera | 50 MP f/1.8 8 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
| Camera Sensor | Sony IMX890 |
| Features | Panorama, Portrait, Time-lapse, Sticker, Slow-motion, Text scanner, Extra HD, Macro, Google Lens |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30/60 fps FHD, 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | Punch Hole 32 MP f/2.4 |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
TECHNICAL
| OS | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | ColorOS 14.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen3 |
| CPU | 2.63 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1xPrime Core@2.63 GHz & 3xPerformance Cores@2.4 GHz& 4xEfficiency cores@1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 720 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
| Yes | |
| Music | MP3, AMR, APE, OGG, FLAC, WAV, MIDI, WMA |
| Video | AVI, 3GP, MP4, WMV, MKV, MOV, ASF, FLV |
| FM Radio | Yes, with FM Recording |
| Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5800 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 100W Super Flash Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes |
FAQs
What are the pricing details for the OPPO K12 in China?
The OPPO K12 is priced at 1799 CNY for the 8GB + 256GB variant, 1999 CNY for the 12GB + 256GB model, and 2499 CNY for the 12GB + 512GB version, reflecting competitive pricing similar to the OnePlus Nord CE 4 in India.
What are the standout features of the OPPO K12?
The OPPO K12 boasts a 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC, and a 50MP main camera with OIS. It also features a robust build with a Swiss SGS fall resistance certification.
What are the camera specifications of the OPPO K12?
The OPPO K12 features a dual-camera setup with a 50MP Sony LYT-600 main sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide camera, along with a 16MP front-facing camera for selfies.
How does the OPPO K12 handle battery life and charging?
The device is powered by a 5500mAh battery supported by 100W SuperVOOC fast charging, promising quick recharge times and extended battery life.
What makes the OPPO K12 different from the OnePlus Nord CE 4?
While sharing similar specifications with the Nord CE 4, the OPPO K12 includes NFC functionality and a more advanced cooling system, distinguishing it in the competitive Chinese market.
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