OnePlus 12R

OnePlus 12R 5G

The OnePlus 12R price in Kenya starts at Kes 80,500. It has a 6.78-inch LTPO4 AMOLED, 1B colors display that offers 120Hz, HDR10+, and a resolution of 1264 x 2780 pixels (~450 ppi density). The phone is powered by Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset and runs on Android 14 OS, which comes with OxygenOS 14 UI for a better experience. The handset comes with an Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) GPU, Adreno 740 GPU and supports 5G network connectivity. OnePlus 12R has a 50MP (wide) OIS primary camera, 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide, and 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) sensor. A 16 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide) camera shoots selfies and captures 1080p videos. The phone is available at Titanium in Iron Gray and Cool Blue colors.

OnePlus 12R Specifications and Key Features

BRAND	OnePlus
MODEL	12R 5G
AVAILABILITY	Announced: 23rd January 2023  Market Availability: as of 6th February 2023.
SIM	Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES	Dimensions: 163.3 x 75.3 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 2.96 x 0.35 in) Weight: 207g Colours: Galactic Silver, Sonic Black Waterproof rating: IP68 dusts and waterproof
DISPLAY	Size: 6.78 inches Type: LTPO4 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Refresh rate: 120Hz Resolution: 1264 x 2780 pixels (~450 ppi density) Brightness: 1600 nits (HBM), 4500 nits (peak) Screen Protector: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
CAMERA SET-UP	Selfie Camera:  Lens: 16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3.09”, 1.0µm Features: HDR Video: 1080p@30fps Main Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56”, 1.0µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0”, 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama Video: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS
PROCESSING UNIT	OS: Android 14, OxygenOS 14 Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) CPU: Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) GPU: Adreno 740
MEMORY SPACE	Inbuilt Memory:  128GB 8GB RAM  256GB 16GB RAM Memory Card: No MicroSD Card support
CONNECTIVITY	Network: 5G Speed: HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE, apt-X HD Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-bandNFC Infrared port: yes  USB Type-C 2.0 No 3.5mm jack port
OTHER NOTABLE FEATURES	Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum Stereo Loudspeakers GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
CHARGING SYSTEM	Li-Po 5,500 mAh, non-removable battery 100W wired fast charger, 1-100% in 26 min
OnePlus 12R Price	Kes 80,500

Product Description

Design and Build

OnePlus 12R is a premium handset with an ergonomic design and attractive aesthetics. It has a daring design with a luxurious camera module and anti-fingerprint matte aluminum frame. With a seamless symphony of elegance and next-level engineering, the experience is smoothly perfected.

It takes up from the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11R models. The body is made of Gorilla Glass front, plastic frame, and uniquely designed plastic back. It measures 163.3 x 75.3 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 2.96 x 0.35 in) and weighs 207g. The dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) phone is dust and waterproof with IP68 Ratings.

Classy Phone Colours

• Cool Blue: The cool blue glass back of the OnePlus 12R reflects light like a winter lake, delivering pure elegance that dazzles. Understated luxury flows like liquid metal, with subtle metal grains conveying the boundless energy of pure speed.
• Iron Gray: bold and refined, the dynamic gray colorway is sculpted using frosted glass for enhanced fingerprint resistance. Understated luxury flows like liquid metal, with subtle metal grains conveying the boundless energy of pure speed

Display

OnePlus 12R features a 6.78-inch LTPO4 AMOLED, 1B colors, and an HDR10+ display with a high 120Hz refresh rate. The impressive display boasts a 1264 x 2780 pixels (~450 ppi density) display and a tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protector. With such a high-resolution AMOLED display, you are assured of great experiences when browsing the internet, chatting, playing games, and working on tasks that demand optimal screen output. With intelligent eye protection technology, see richer details for longer on the stunningly vivid display made for ProXDR and Dolby Vision, an actual HDR experience.

Camera set-up

Installed on the OnePlus 12R is a front-facing 16 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide) camera for selfies. The camera is capable of recording 1080p@30fps videos (with gyro-EIS).

The main camera at the rear of the device features a triple set-up consisting of:

• 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, PDAF, Laser AF, OIS primary camera;
• 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm lens
• 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) sensor

The key features include LED flash, HDR, and panorama, all of which give you excellent options. Capture unique and impressive snaps of places and moments with the main camera set-up, besides 4K@30fps and 1080p@30/60/120fps (with gyro-EIS).

Incomparable Computation of Photographs

From images shot in bright sunshine to nighttime, ProXDR captures moments of brilliance.

Our proprietary HDR photography algorithm captures true-to-life highlights and shadows. Enjoy memories you will never forget – with advanced ProXDR, what you see is what you get.

Operating System

The handset runs on the latest Android platform, Android 14, supported with OxygenOS 14 skin for customization and enabling a better user experience. The signature OxygenOS experience has evolved. Driven by the next-generation Trinity Engine, innovative features, and refreshed design elements, discover the pinnacle of speed and smoothness.

Processing Unit

Powering the handset is a powerful Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset, an upgrade from Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) on the OnePlus 11R model. The processor overall offers efficiencies for the 5G smartphone regarding multitasking across multiple open apps, gaming high-setting games, live streaming, and internet browsing.

Inbuilt Memory Space

Cushioning the processing unit and enabling optimal performance is built into memory space with various options based on your budget and preference. The ROM and RAM options are:

• 128GB 8GB RAM
• 256GB 16GB RAM

Unfortunately, the OnePlus 11R has no MicroSD for additional memory support. It makes sense for the omission, considering the RAM and ROM options are sufficient to download applications and store movies, pictures, and file documents without running out of space.

Network

OnePlus 12R supports up to 5G network connectivity, allowing users to enjoy fast uploading and downloading speeds.

Exceptional Audio Output: Dive into 3D sound

Press play and listen on any Spatial Audio-supported earphones – wired or wireless. Enjoy simultaneous audio playback in different orientations for the ultimate 3D soundscape.

Battery

Enjoy up to 24 hours of use with the massive and reliable 5,500mAh battery, charged by a 100W wired fast charger. Charge 1-100% in 26 minutes.

Pros and Cons of the OnePlus 12R 5G

Pros

• Powerful chipset
• 5G Connectivity
• Massive RAM and ROM.
• Powerful camera set-up
• 4K Video recording capability
• Dual SIM support
• High 1080p resolution
• Corning glass protection

Cons

• OnePlus 12R has no radio
• 3.5mm jack
• No MicroSD for space expansion.

Alternative Handsets 11R

• Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G
• OnePlus Ace 3
• Samsung Galaxy A71 5G
• Infinix Zero 30 5G