OnePlus is preparing for the launch of its upcoming flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 12. However, the company has another device in the pipeline as well - the OnePlus 12R, which is a more affordable variant of the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus 12R is expected to be released in India towards the end of January.
OnePlus 12R has recently appeared on the IMDA certification platform of Singapore. The listing has revealed the model number of the device, which is CPH2609, and has also confirmed its support for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC connectivity. Although not much information is available from the listing, it suggests that a global launch is imminent.
A recent global marketing campaign has inadvertently leaked the launch date of the OnePlus 12R, indicating a release on January 23rd in India. While this date has not been officially confirmed, tipster Max Jambor also suggests a launch in the latter half of January.
OnePlus 12R Specifications
Details about the specifications of the OnePlus 12R are still limited, but it is believed to be a rebranded version of the OnePlus Ace 3. In terms of design, it is expected to resemble the OnePlus 11R with some notable improvements.
Under the hood, rumors suggest that the OnePlus 12R will be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and will run on Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 out of the box. It is also anticipated to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The rear camera setup is likely to include a 50MP OIS main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 32MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, a 16MP front camera is expected.
Completing the package is a 5400mAh battery with support for 100W wired fast charging.
Conclusion
While the OnePlus 12 is the highlight of OnePlus' upcoming launch, the OnePlus 12R is also generating interest as an affordable alternative. With its IMDA certification and leaked launch date, it seems that the OnePlus 12R is on track for a January release in India. Although details about its specifications are limited, it is expected to offer a powerful performance and impressive camera capabilities. OnePlus fans eagerly await the official announcement and further information about the OnePlus 12R.
