OnePlus 12 with 4,500 nits display launches in USA, $200 cheaper than Galaxy S24+

The OnePlus 12 is set to debut in the USA, presenting robust features at a more affordable price compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (approx. $999.99 on Amazon). Equipped with three high-resolution cameras featuring Hasselblad branding, a 4,500-nit bright LTPO AMOLED display, and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the OnePlus 12 aims to compete with flagship models while keeping the price under $800.

In the sub-$800 price range, the OnePlus 12 stands out with its 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED display, boasting a resolution of 3,168 x 1,440 pixels. Beyond its dynamic image frequency adjustment from 1 Hz to 120 Hz, the display offers an impressive HDR peak brightness of 4,500 nits, with a minimum of 1,600 nits across the entire area.

Gorilla Glass Victus 2 safeguards the display against scratches. For selfie enthusiasts, the 32-megapixel f/2.4 front camera can record 4K videos at up to 30 frames per second.

The camera system, featuring Hasselblad branding, is a standout feature of the OnePlus 12. A 50 MP f/1.6 main camera, featuring a sizable 1/1.4-inch Sony LYT808 sensor, leads the camera system. A 64 MP f/2.6 periscope telephoto camera, offering triple zoom and OIS, complements it, along with a 48 MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle camera featuring a 1/2-inch sensor. This triple-camera setup can record impressive 8K videos at 24 fps or 4K HDR videos in Dolby Vision.

Fueling the device is a substantial 5,400 mAh battery, capable of achieving a full charge in just 30 minutes via the USB-C port with an impressive 80 watts. Moreover, it supports wireless charging with speeds of up to 50 watts. OnePlus claims that even with fast charging, the battery should retain 80 percent of its original capacity after 1,600 full charging cycles.

Other features include USB 3.2 (5 Gbit/s), an in-display fingerprint sensor, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX HD and LDAC. However, it’s important to note that the OnePlus 12 lacks waterproof housing, and the IP65 certification only ensures protection against water splashes.

OnePlus 12 price in USA and release date

The OnePlus 12 is released in the USA market with a price tag of $799.99. This price applies to the variant with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of flash storage. It offers Flowy Emerald and Silky Black color options on Amazon.com and is set to release on February 6, 2024.

Updated on January 31, 2024: the OnePlus 12 is now available for pre-order in the UK via Amazon.co.uk, pricing starts from £849 for the 12 + 128 GB version and £899 for the higher variant with 16 +512 GB storage. It comes in Flowy Emerald and Silky Black color options and is set to release on February 12, 2024.

OnePlus 12 specifications

• Display: 6.82-inch (3168×1440 pixels) Quad HD+ curved AMOLED display, up to 1600 nits typical brightness, up to 4500 nits peak brightness, 2160Hz high-frequency PWM Dimming, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
• CPU: Octa Core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform
• GPU: Adreno 750 GPU
• RAM+ROM: 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X RAM with 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.0) storage
• OS: Android 14 with OxygenOS 14
• Features: In-display fingerprint sensor, Infrared sensor, Dual SIM (nano + nano), USB Type-C Port, Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos
• Rear camera: 50MP with 1/1.4″ Sony LYT-808 sensor, f/1.6 aperture, OIS, 48MP 114° ultra-wide camera with 1/2″ Sony IMX581 sensor, f/2.2 aperture, 3.5cm macro, 64MP 1/2″ Omnivision OV64B, periscope telephoto camera with f/2.6 aperture, OIS, 3x optical zoom, 6x in-sensor zoom, up to 120x digital zoom, 4th Gen Hasselblad camera system, up to 8k 24 fps video recording
• Front camera: 32MP with Sony IMX615 sensor, ƒ/2.4 aperture, up to 4k 30 fps video recording
• Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ad 2X2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS (L1+L5 Dual Band) + GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC
• Battery: 5400mAh battery with 100W SuperVOOC fast charging, 50W wireless charging
• Dimensions: 164.3×75.8×9.15mm
• Weight: 220g