OnePlus 12 set to launch on its 10th anniversary; date and details inside

OnePlus 12: On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, the device is scheduled to be unveiled on December 4, 2023, in China, marking an earlier launch date than usual.

OnePlus has officially announced the launch date of its upcoming flagship smartphone, OnePlus 12, image credit: OnePlus

OnePlus has officially announced the launch date of its upcoming flagship smartphone, OnePlus 12. On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, the device is scheduled to be unveiled on December 4, 2023, in China, marking an earlier launch date than usual.

OnePlus 12 Specifications and Features

Processor and Performance:
OnePlus 12 is expected to boast a high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, promising powerful performance. Benchmarks have showcased performance levels nearly on par with Apple's A17 Pro SoC, indicating impressive capabilities for gaming and resource-intensive tasks.

Memory and Storage Options:
Anticipate multiple configurations with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 internal storage. The availability of various RAM and storage variants will cater to diverse user preferences.

Display Details:
Featuring a BOE-made panel, the device is rumoured to sport a 6.82-inch punch-hole OLED display with a 2K resolution. The display, likely a BOE X1 panel, is expected to support up to a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.

Camera Setup:
OnePlus 12 is speculated to come equipped with a triple camera system on the back. This setup may include an LYT-T808 main lens, a 48MP Sony IMX581 ultra-wide unit, and a 64MP OmbiVision OV64B telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. For selfies and video calls, a 32MP front camera is anticipated.

Battery and Charging Capabilities:
A significant upgrade in battery capacity is expected, with a 5,400mAh battery compared to its predecessor, OnePlus 11, which featured a 5,000mAh battery. Fast-charging enthusiasts can look forward to potential support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

Operating System:
OnePlus 12 is projected to run on Android 14 OS out of the box, with ColorOS 14 serving as the user interface.

Release Information:
While the China launch is set for December 4, 2023, the release date for the Indian market remains uncertain. Speculations hint at a possible release in early 2024.