oneplus 12 5G

OnePlus 12 5G in Kenya

OnePlus 12 price in Kenya is Ksh 101,500. This impressive midrange smartphone was announced in December 2023 with decent features that make it operate like a premium phone. The phone has an immersive 6.82-inch, 120Hz, HDR0+ LTPO AMOLED with FHD and 1B colors for wonderful and interactive viewing, scrolling, and gaming experience protected by Gorilla Victus 2. The glass front and back blend with the Aluminium frames to give the phone a sturdy and stylish appearance. OnePlus 12 has sufficient storage space, featuring 12GB,16GB, and 24GB RAM with up to 1TB internal storage supported by UFS 4. OnePlus 12 has a triple camera setting consisting of a 50MP primary camera supported by 48MP 114⁰ ultrawide and 64MP Telephoto for stunning and vivid photography. The rear camera records full HD videos at 8k and supports Dolby Vision and gyro-EIS. There is also a 32MP selfie camera for beautiful and natural-looking detailed selfies, which records videos up to 4k.

The phone is 5G-enabled and runs on the impressive 4nm Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 750 GPU. The phone is embedded with ColorOS 14 or OygenOS 14, based on the latest Android 14, for a personalized user experience that gives you more control over your phone. Powering the OnePlus 12 is a long-lasting 5400mAh Li-Po non-removable battery charged using a 100W wired, 50W wireless or 10W reverse wired. The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby mode or esim up to 5G. You also get dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and a USB C cable for charging and OTG. The phone is available in beautiful Black, Green, and Silver colors at phoneprice Kenya.

one plus 12 Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	OnePlus
Model	12
Announced Released	December 5, 2023 December 11, 2023
Price	Ksh.101,500 – Ksh. 110,500
RAM	12GB, 16GB,
Internal Storage	256GB, 512GB UFS 4.0
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	220g
Dimensions	163.3 x 75.8 x 9.2mm (6.43 x 2.98 x 0.36 in)
Display Type	LTPO AMOLED, Dolby Vision, HDR10+
Screen Resolution	1440 x 3168pixels resolution, 510ppi density
Refresh Rate	120Hz
Brightness Level	1600-4500nits
Display Size	6.82 inches (91.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Aluminum frames
Operating System	Android 14, OxygenOS 14 (International) Android 14, ColorOS 14 (China)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (1x 3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPU	Adreno 750
Camera	Rear Camera 50MP f/1.8, 24mm Wide, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF 48MP f/2.2, 16mm, 1140 Ultrawide 64MP f/2.6 periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS Supporting video quality up to 8k@24fps, Dolby Vision, gyro-EIS, Auto-HDR Features Hasselblad color calibration, Dual-LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera 32MP, f/2.4, 21mm, wide Panorama,  Auto-HDR Supporting video quality up to 4k@30fp, gyro-EIS
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE,5G
SIM Card	Single nano sim, dual nano sim, esim
3.5mm jack	No
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GLONASS, GALILEO, GPS, QZSS, and BDS
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·       Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band ·       Wi-Fi Direct ·       Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
Radio	No
NFC	Yes, eSE, HCE
Infrared Port	Yes
Sensor	Fingerprint (under-display, Optical), accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, Compass, color spectrum
Battery	Li-Po 5400 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	100W Wired, PD, QC 50W Wireless 10W reverse wireless
Color	Black, Green, Silver
Others	IP65 water and dustproof

Design and Physical Attributes

OnePlus 12 has a stylish modern look that exudes style and class for a midrange phone. The phone has a glass front, back, and aluminum frames to ensure durability. The display and back are protected by a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 that prevents scratches and shattering, while the Aluminium frames give the phone a mighty and beautiful appearance. OnePlus 12 has an IP65 water and dust-proof rating, making it ideal to use in any environment without worry.

The phone has an immersive 3D 6.82-inch 120Hz HDR10+ LTPO AMOLED for fast response, fluidity, and interactive experience while you scroll through or play games. The large screen has a high 1440 x 3168 resolution and about 510 ppi density for an even clearer viewing experience. One Plus 12 is bulky, measuring 9.2 mm thick with a 220g weight, but this accounts for the large screen and massive battery.  OnePlus 12 is available in Black, Green, and Silver, giving you various colors per style.

Performance

Peak Performance Processor

High-performance phones are a great choice that guarantees an optimal phone experience while saving power. OnePlus 12, a high-performance yet power-efficient processor, runs on the impressive Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm). The processor perfectly fits a midrange 5G-enabled device to provide a great experience. The processor has an Octa-core CPU running at 3.3GHz to ensure your phone operates at 100% with no lags. Whether you are gaming, working, streaming, listening to music, or performing any heavy tasks on the phone, it will function at its best. Additionally, an Adreno 750 GPU ensures your graphics are rendered in 3D for smooth gaming and other graphic-related tasks.

Updates OS

The OnePlus 12 ensures peak performance by providing you with a customizable and personalized operating system you can use to make your phone reflect who you are. Embedded are the ColorOS 14 for China models and OxygenOS 14 for international models, based on Android 14, which combines value and improved personalization to ensure you control your device. The OS provides more security, privacy, and control features for enhanced creativity and a differentiated experience. Secure all your apps and control what people can and cannot see with the OnePlus 12.

Battery and Charging

. A massive 5400mAh Li-Po built-in battery powers the OnePlus 12, which you can rely on for your daily phone use to perform all your tasks before recharging. For charging, you get a 100W wired flash charger that ensures your phone is charged within the shortest time, and you can bounce back and enjoy your phone (1-100% in 30 mins as advertised). Additionally, the phone supports wireless charging at 50W and reverse wireless charging at 10W.

Memory

OnePlus 12 has a large memory space to enable you to do and save more without worrying about running out of space. The phone comes with 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM, or 1TB 24GB RAM variants, allowing you to choose depending on your intended tasks. Although the phone lacks a dedicated MicroSD card slot, these memory variants are sufficient for most storage as you can save your documents, photos, and videos and install the apps you need. The memory is supported by UFS 4.0, enabling you to create more space and easily transfer files within devices.

Camera

OnePlus 12 understands your need for a high-definition camera to enable you to make memories by capturing the smallest details vividly. The phone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP OIS primary camera with f/1.8 wide, dual pixel PDAF supported by a 48MP f/2.2 114⁰ Ultrawide, and a 64MP f/2.4 periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom for taking clear photos and videos. The rear camera has LED flash, panorama, HDR, PDAF, and OIS features, which enhance the quality of pictures under any setting and lighting. The rear camera records Full HD videos of up to 8k and has gyro-EIS and Dolby Vision, which assure you of professional-looking videos. With this, every tiny detail in your video is captured to give you sharp and clear videos. With Hasselblad color calibration, you are assured of the precise color of images and videos that bring every moment captured to life.

At the top front, you get a 32MP selfie camera with an f/2.4 wide aperture with Auto-HDR and panorama for vivid and natural-looking selfies. You can take dazzling and shiny selfies under any light using the front camera that captures your whole beauty in its natural element. Regarding videos, the front camera records up to 4k videos and allows gyro-EIS to enhance your video experience. Thanks to the face-unlock feature, you can use the front camera to unlock your phone.

Network, Communication, and Connectivity

OnePlus 12 supports a dual nano sim standby or esim network up to 5G. Making and receiving calls has never been easier, thanks to the 5G connectivity that ensures you stay connected even when the network is low. You get 2 nano sim slots for your preferred networks. You can connect to the internet using the dual-band Wi-Fi or create a hotspot for your other devices. For connecting to other devices, you get a USB C 3.2 cable for wired connection, like sharing files or Wi-Fi tethering, Bluetooth 5.3 for connecting to other devices, like audio devices or transferring files, and stereo speakers for quality calls and music. The phone also supports NFC to make contactless transactions more convenient. Additionally, the phone has an infrared port that allows you to connect to and control other electronic devices.

Satellite Navigation

When finding your way around, your phone has satellite positioning features like GPS, GNSS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, and BeiDou that allow you to navigate easily.

Sensors

OnePlus 12 has several sensors that enhance the phone’s performance. For security and privacy, the screen has under-display optical fingerprint sensors that unlock your phone with a touch. The phone also has an accelerometer, compass, proximity, Ambient light, and gyro sensors. Furthermore, you get a color spectrum sensor (CSS) for precise real-life colors for your photos and videos.

Pros and Cons of OnePlus 12

Hits

• 5G and NFC enabled.
• Sturdy modern design
• Wide immersive 6.82 inches LTPO AMOLED with HDR10+
• 120Hz refresh rate with capacitive multitouch.
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
• The display supports up to 4500 nits brightness.
• Has IP65 Water and dustproof rating
• High battery capacity at 5400mAh
• Supports wired, wireless, and reverse wireless charging.
• Massive memory space variants available
• High-performance processor for multitasking and gaming.
• ColorOS 14 is based on Android 14 for personalized customization.
• Quality photos and videos at 8k with Dolby Vision, gyro-EIS, and optical zoom
• It has stereo speakers and an infrared port

Misses

• Lacks audio jack and FM Radio
• No expandable external memory

Unboxing

• OnePlus 12
• USB A to C Cable
• 100W Power Adapter
• Sim ejector tool
• Phone case
• Documentations

Verdict

Midrange phones are quite competitive, and there is a need for a phone to have outstanding features to stay competitive. In this regard, the OnePlus 12 has all it takes to be named one of the best phones in this class. The performance features, quality cameras, a capable battery with diverse charging options, large memory space, and a massive, highly responsive display make the phone stand out. Considering the pros and cons of the OnePlus 12, this smartphone is worth every cent.

Alternative Handsets

• OnePlus 12R
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• Google Pixel 8
• OnePlus Ace 3
• Realme GT5 Pro

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