And with very few compromises

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For $300 less, at that.

OnePlus 12R in Cool Blue held in a hand against a white wall background.

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They feel essentially the same in my hand.

The OnePlus 12 has a 64MP, f/2.6, OIS, 3x telephoto lens that the 12R lacks.

Or send it to your friends.

OnePlus 12R camera bump

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Still, the 12R’s photos are completely fine for non-professional shots.

Scrolling still feels fluid, apps launch quickly, and games run pretty well.

Games launch quickly and look fantastic on the display.

Gaming Diablo Immortal on OnePlus 12R

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The 12 boasts a 3168 x 1440 resolution, while the 12R comes in with a 2780 1264 resolution.

I was able to go from a 0% charge to 55% within 15 minutes.

That’s a real advantage.

OnePlus bright screen outside held in hand

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Better trade-ins can net you up to $450 off, too.

It’s not hard to recommend the OnePlus 12R as a phone that’s perfectly good for most people.

Not everyone needs the highest-end phone for their day-to-day lives.

The OnePlus 12R does all that with ease and all for a budget-friendly price.

What more can you ask for?