While Samsung and Google were busy shipping AI features as fast as possible, OnePlus doubled down on the essentials.

Excellent all-day-and-then-some battery life, Big, vibrant display, Top-tier processor and tons of storage, even at the base configuration, Good camera with lovely color processing

Lacks full IP68 rating, Four years of OS upgrades now lags behind category best

If you're in the market for an Android phone right now, you can do a lot worse than OnePlus. Their new flagship is packed with top tech which is not just good for now, but should ensure your handset stays good for the foreseeable future.

Some great camera options, Sumptuous design, Gaming phone levels of power, Astounding battery life

Some cameras don't make the grade, More slippery than a bar of soap

If you’re considering the OnePlus 12, you should buy it, because OnePlus knows its audience well, and this phone was made for your needs. It’s the coolest-looking phone in a long time, maybe ever, while others are boring metal slabs.

Very cool look and design, especially in emerald green, Amazing battery life and stellar performance, Unique cameras take terrific portraits and selfies

Only splash-resistant, can’t take a dunk underwater, Not as many years of updates as Samsung, Google, or Apple, No new AI features or titanium frame to brag on

Putting flagships on notice.

The OnePlus 12 ticks plenty of boxes, from premium display tech to capable Hasselblad-branded cameras and reliable all-day battery life. However, the hefty price hike is a tad disappointing, especially with lacklustre durability compared to similarly priced alternatives, and there’s no AI tech here...

Large, mega-bright curved screen, Consistently solid camera performance, OxygenOS is a visual treat, Excellent battery life

No AI features, Performance is slower than similarly specced phones, IP65 resistance falls short for the price

It’s a new year, and that means a whole new slate of flagship phones to look forward to. The first one to lead the pack comes from OnePlus with the OnePlus 12. Though it technically debuted last December in China, it is now available globally, along with its more affordable sibling, the OnePlus 12R. Though the OnePlus 11 was a solid successor to the OnePlus 10T, the OnePlus 12 goes even further, which is perfect considering that OnePlus’ motto is “Never Settle.” It fixes some of the shortcomings of its predecessor and proves to be a strong contender among competition from Samsung, Google, and Apple. And for the price, you get a lot of value in this flagship device. One of the best things about OnePlus is that it has unique designs that stand out (i.e., the OnePlus Pad), and that trend continues with the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus 12 comes in two colors for the global launch: Silky Black and Flowy Emerald. For this review, we received the Flowy Emerald color, and it’s absolutely gorgeous. ...

Beautiful curved display; Flowy Emerald is a truly unique color; Powerful performance; Hasselblad camera system delivers great results; Two-day battery; Very fast wired and wireless charging;

Back glass is slippery; Curved screen has some annoyances; Large size can be unwieldy;

It’s a new year, and that means a whole new slate of flagship phones to look forward to. The first one to lead the pack comes from OnePlus with the OnePlus 12. Though it technically debuted last December in China, it is now available globally, along with its more affordable sibling, the OnePlus 12R. Though the OnePlus 11 was a solid successor to the OnePlus 10T, the OnePlus 12 goes even further, which is perfect considering that OnePlus’ motto is “Never Settle.” It fixes some of the shortcomings of its predecessor and proves to be a strong contender among competition from Samsung, Google, and Apple. And for the price, you get a lot of value in this flagship device. One of the best things about OnePlus is that it has unique designs that stand out (i.e., the OnePlus Pad), and that trend continues with the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus 12 comes in two colors for the global launch: Silky Black and Flowy Emerald. For this review, we received the Flowy Emerald color, and it’s absolutely gorgeous. ...

Beautiful curved display; Flowy Emerald is a truly unique color; Powerful performance; Hasselblad camera system delivers great results; Two-day battery; Very fast wired and wireless charging;

Back glass is slippery; Curved screen has some annoyances; Large size can be unwieldy;

It’s a new year, and that means a whole new slate of flagship phones to look forward to. The first one to lead the pack comes from OnePlus with the OnePlus 12. Though it technically debuted last December in China, it is now available globally, along with its more affordable sibling, the OnePlus 12R. Though the OnePlus 11 was a solid successor to the OnePlus 10T, the OnePlus 12 goes even further, which is perfect considering that OnePlus’ motto is “Never Settle.” It fixes some of the shortcomings of its predecessor and proves to be a strong contender among competition from Samsung, Google, and Apple. And for the price, you get a lot of value in this flagship device. One of the best things about OnePlus is that it has unique designs that stand out (i.e., the OnePlus Pad), and that trend continues with the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus 12 comes in two colors for the global launch: Silky Black and Flowy Emerald. For this review, we received the Flowy Emerald color, and it’s absolutely gorgeous. ...

Beautiful curved display; Flowy Emerald is a truly unique color; Powerful performance; Hasselblad camera system delivers great results; Two-day battery; Very fast wired and wireless charging;

Back glass is slippery; Curved screen has some annoyances; Large size can be unwieldy;

It’s a new year, and that means a whole new slate of flagship phones to look forward to. The first one to lead the pack comes from OnePlus with the OnePlus 12. Though it technically debuted last December in China, it is now available globally, along with its more affordable sibling, the OnePlus 12R. Though the OnePlus 11 was a solid successor to the OnePlus 10T, the OnePlus 12 goes even further, which is perfect considering that OnePlus’ motto is “Never Settle.” It fixes some of the shortcomings of its predecessor and proves to be a strong contender among competition from Samsung, Google, and Apple. And for the price, you get a lot of value in this flagship device. One of the best things about OnePlus is that it has unique designs that stand out (i.e., the OnePlus Pad), and that trend continues with the OnePlus 12. The OnePlus 12 comes in two colors for the global launch: Silky Black and Flowy Emerald. For this review, we received the Flowy Emerald color, and it’s absolutely gorgeous. ...

Beautiful curved display; Flowy Emerald is a truly unique color; Powerful performance; Hasselblad camera system delivers great results; Two-day battery; Very fast wired and wireless charging;

Back glass is slippery; Curved screen has some annoyances; Large size can be unwieldy;

The Apple iPhone 14 is no match for the just-released iPhone 14 Pro, but if you ignore that, it’s one of the most effective phones around.

Great cameras, front and back, Fast performance, Good battery life, Innovative safety features

Design too familiar, Some average features