OnePlus is back this time they’re aiming straight for the top by offering OnePlus 12 with an amazing Snapdragon chip, an ultra-fast charging, a stunning 120 Hz AMOLED display and an incredible camera tuned by Hasselblad. But does it really stand out in a world full of great smartphones or not so let’s break it down.
Display
It features LTPO AMOLEDA display and a refresh rate of about 120 Hz for power efficiency and smooth scrolling. It also provides a resolution of QHD+ (3168×1440 pixels) which makes the display look sharp and crispy also it has a peak brightness of 4500 nits which is one of the displays. It is supposed by Dolby vision HDR10+ which makes it excellent for streaming.
Design and Built Quality
- Size: OnePlus 12 features a screen of about 6.82 inches.
- Frame: An anodized aluminum alloy frame around the edges provide rigidity.
- Front glass: The front glass is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (similar to S25 Ultra) which provides a top tier scratch resistance
- Back Panel: The rear is made of Gorilla Glass 5 with AG matte finish providing a soft touch feel and an anti-glare look.
Camera System
- Main camera: OnePlus has a 50 MP wide camera as well as captures 50% of more light than OnePlus 11 and enhances low light imaging.
- Periscope Telephoto Camera: It is 64MP camera providing exceptional zoom capabilities. In addition, it’s enhanced sensor size enables detailed shots at various distance.
- Ultra-wide camera: It is a 48MP camera that allows the phone to take close shots as close as 3.5cm (about 1.38 in). It is versatile for capturing expansive landscapes and detailed close-ups.
- Front Camera: A 32 MP camera that delivers clear and detailed selfies wit HDR support.
Software (Oxygen OS)
OnePlus 12 is Launched with Android 14 and oxygen OS
UI Experience
- Clean, fast and bloat free interface
- Smooth animations and responsive performance
- Signature features like Alert Slider, Split Screen Multitasking and Smart Sidebar
Performance
- Feels extremely smooth in daily use as it is backed by snap dragon 8 Gen 3 + fast RAM
- Fast app loading, gaming and multitasking with zero lag
Update Policy
- 4 years of android OS updates
- 5 years of security updates
- (Still trails of Samsung/Google’s 7 years support)
Battery and Charging
Charging Capacity: 5400mAh
(Dual-cell design-2×2700mAh)
Wired Charging:
- 100W Super VOOC (international) while 80W in the US due to power adapter
- 0-100% in ~25 to 30mins
- 50% in ~15mins
Wireless Charging:
- 50W Air VOOC (with OnePlus charger) full charging in ~55mins
- Slower speeds (10-15W) on regular Qi pads
Pricing
- UK:
- #£849 for 12GB/256GB, £999 for 16GB/512GB
- US: $799.99 for 12GB/256GB, $899.99 for 16GB/512GB
- Pakistan: PKR 199,999–324,999 (Non-PTA) and PKR 270,500–429,500 (PTA-approved), depending on variant
Final Verdict
OnePlus 12 is a great flagship that delivers top tier 120Hz AMOLED display, an impressive camera tuned with Hasselblad which is a noticeable step up from the past models, exceptional battery life and with oxygen OS 14 you can get a smooth and customizable Android experience without clutter but it trails Samsung and Google seven years software update.