OnePlus 12R Review - Best Affordable Flagship Under 55,000 BDT
OnePlus 12R Review - Best Affordable Flagship Under 55,000 BDT
The OnePlus 12R is the affordable sibling to the OnePlus 12, offering flagship-level performance at a mid-range price. With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 100W fast charging, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a 5500mAh battery, it's one of the best value propositions in the market. This review covers whether the 12R is the best affordable flagship for Bangladeshi users.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details | Display | 6.78-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED | Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | RAM | 8GB / 16GB | Storage | 128GB / 256GB | Rear Camera | 50MP OIS + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro | Front Camera | 16MP | Battery | 5500 mAh, 100W | OS | Android 14, OxygenOS 14 | 5G | Yes |
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The OnePlus 12R comes in OnePlus's signature red and white box. Inside, you get the phone, a 100W charger, a USB-C cable, a SIM ejector tool, and a protective case. The phone feels premium, with a flat display (unlike the curved display on the OnePlus 12) and a glass back. The 100W charger is a welcome inclusion at this price.
Design and Build Quality
The OnePlus 12R features a flat 6.78-inch AMOLED display, an aluminum frame, and a glass back. The phone measures 163.3 x 75.3 x 8.8mm and weighs 207g. The flat display is a welcome change for users who prefer flat screens over curved ones. The alert slider is still present, allowing you to switch between ring, vibrate, and silent modes.
The phone is available in two colors: Cool Blue and Iron Gray.
Display
The 6.78-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display is excellent. With 1264 x 2780 pixels resolution (1.5K), 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1-120Hz), and up to 1600 nits peak brightness, it's bright, smooth, and sharp.
Display highlights:
- LTPO technology for 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate
- 1.5K resolution (sharper than FHD+)
- Flat display (no curved edges)
- HDR10+ support
- Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor is last year's flagship chip, but it's still incredibly powerful. It handles everything with ease, and gaming performance is excellent.
Performance test results:
- AnTuTu score: Approximately 1,600,000+
- Geekbench 6 single-core: ~2,000
- Geekbench 6 multi-core: ~5,500
Gaming performance is excellent. BGMI runs at 90-120 FPS, Genshin Impact runs smoothly at 60 FPS, and the phone stays relatively cool.
Camera
The camera system is decent but not flagship-level. The 50MP OIS main camera is good, but the ultrawide and macro cameras are average.
50MP Main Camera with OIS
The 50MP Sony IMX890 sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS captures good photos. Colors are natural (OnePlus doesn't oversaturate), and OIS helps with low-light shots.
8MP Ultrawide Camera
The 8MP ultrawide camera is decent for landscapes but not as sharp as the main camera.
2MP Macro Camera
The 2MP macro camera is basic, typical for this price range.
16MP Front Camera
The 16MP front camera takes decent selfies.
Battery Life and 100W Charging
The 5500 mAh battery is the largest in its class, providing exceptional battery life - easily 1.5-2 days of moderate use.
Battery test results:
- Video playback: 18+ hours
- Web browsing: 14+ hours
- Gaming: 8-9 hours
- Mixed usage: 1.5-2 days
100W Charging test results:
- 0 to 50%: 10 minutes
- 0 to 80%: 20 minutes
- 0 to 100%: 26 minutes
Software - OxygenOS 14
The OnePlus 12R runs Android 14 with OxygenOS 14. OxygenOS is one of the cleanest Android skins, with minimal bloatware and no ads. OnePlus promises 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches.
Connectivity
The phone supports dual 5G SIMs, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and has a USB-C 2.0 port. No headphone jack.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance | No telephoto camera | 100W fast charging (charger included) | Only 3 years of OS updates | 5500 mAh large battery | Ultrawide camera is only 8MP | 120Hz LTPO flat display | No wireless charging | Clean OxygenOS with no ads | No headphone jack | Excellent value for money | Plastic frame (not aluminum) |
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OnePlus 12R vs OnePlus 12
The OnePlus 12 costs 94,990 BDT, about 40,000 BDT more. The OnePlus 12 offers a better processor (8 Gen 3 vs 8 Gen 2), better cameras (Hasselblad tuning, telephoto lens), and wireless charging. The 12R offers better value for money.
Verdict: The 12R is the better value choice for most users.
OnePlus 12R vs realme 15 Pro 5G
The realme 15 Pro costs 46,990 BDT. The OnePlus offers a much better processor (8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 7200), faster charging (100W vs 67W), larger battery (5500 vs 5000 mAh), and cleaner software. The realme offers a 108MP camera (vs 50MP) and a 12GB RAM option (vs 8GB base).
Verdict: The OnePlus 12R is worth the extra 8,000 BDT for the flagship processor.
Who Should Buy the OnePlus 12R
- Performance enthusiasts on a budget: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is flagship-level
- Users who want fast charging: 100W charging is incredibly fast
- Users who want a large battery: 5500 mAh provides 2 days of use
- Users who want clean software: OxygenOS has no ads
Who Should Look Elsewhere
- Photography enthusiasts: The camera is decent but not flagship-level
- Users who want wireless charging: The 12R doesn't have it
- Users who want long-term updates: 3 years is less than Samsung's 7 years
Final Verdict
The OnePlus 12R is the best affordable flagship under 55,000 BDT. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor provides flagship-level performance, the 5500 mAh battery with 100W charging is incredible, and the 120Hz flat LTPO display is excellent. OxygenOS remains one of the cleanest Android skins. The camera is decent but not class-leading, and the update policy (3 years) is less than Samsung's 7 years. But for users who want flagship performance, incredible battery life, and fast charging at an affordable price, the OnePlus 12R is an outstanding choice.
Rating: 9.4/10
Price: 54,990 BDT (8GB/128GB)
Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: Does the OnePlus 12R have a telephoto camera?
Answer: No, it has a 50MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro. No telephoto lens.
Question 2: Does it come with a charger?
Answer: Yes, the OnePlus 12R comes with a 100W charger in the box.
Question 3: Does it have wireless charging?
Answer: No, the OnePlus 12R does not support wireless charging.
Question 4: Is it good for gaming?
Answer: Excellent, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 handles any game at high settings.
Question 5: How many updates will it get?
Answer: OnePlus promises 3 years of Android OS updates and 4 years of security patches.