The 24GB variant of the OnePlus 12 might be exclusive to China

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Recent leaks, sourced from the reputable leaker Ishan Agarwal via 91Mobiles, shed light on the storage, RAM, and color options of the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R. OnePlus will release these two devices in the global market on January 23. The leak claims that the 24GB RAM variant of the OnePlus 12 will remain exclusive to the Chinese market.

The OnePlus 12 comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, a 6.82″ QHD+ OLED with 4500 nits local peak brightness support, and the 50MP Sony LYT-808 main sensor.

Agarwal specifies two configurations for the Indian market: one with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and another with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Interestingly, this mirrors the options available in the Chinese release, with the exception of the absence of a 24GB variant in India. The move aligns OnePlus more closely with competitors like the Google Pixel 8 Pro, which also features 12GB of RAM, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra continues to commence at 8GB.

The 24GB variant of the OnePlus 12 likely exists to meet specific regional preferences or market dynamics

The forthcoming OnePlus 12R on the other hand, is a more budget-friendly alternative. It introduces two variants. The base model offers 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. However, its higher-tier option brings you 16GB RAM paired with 256GB of storage. In addition to that, the OnePlus 12R will boast last year’s flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

Anticipation for the global launch on January 23 intensifies with these revelations. OnePlus enthusiasts can expect enhanced performance and storage options, aligning the brand more competitively in the flagship smartphone market. The decision to forgo the 24GB tier in certain markets showcases a nuanced approach. It is possibly due to meet specific regional preferences or market dynamics.

Notably, the OnePlus 12 series, including the OnePlus 12R, is confirmed to reach markets across North America and Europe, promising a wider audience access to these upgraded devices. As the release date approaches, tech enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the official unveiling of the OnePlus 12 series, eager to experience firsthand the advancements and innovations promised by this highly anticipated smartphone lineup.

2023-12-30 15:06:19