| Feature | OnePlus 12 5G | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 90 / 100 | 87 / 100 |
| Display Resolution | 1440 x 3168 pixels | 1260 x 2800 pixels |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Front Camera | 32 MP | 16 MP |
| Weight | 220 g | 203.7 g |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.1 mm |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Water Resistant | Yes (IP65) | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (50W AIRVOOC) | No |
| Reverse Charging | Yes (10W) | No |
| Display Size & Type | 6.82″ LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.78″ LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | ~510 PPI | ~453 PPI |
| Peak Brightness | 4500 nits | 3000 nits |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| CPU Speed | Octa Core, 3.3 GHz | Octa Core, 3.3 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 750 |
| Operating System | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14) | Android 14 (Funtouch OS 14) |
| Rear Camera Setup | 50 MP (Wide) + 64 MP (Tele) + 48 MP (Ultra) | 50 MP (Wide) + 64 MP (Tele) + 50 MP (Ultra) |
| 8K Video Recording | Yes, 8K @ 24fps | Yes, 8K @ 30fps |
| In-Display Fingerprint | Yes | Yes |
| USB Type | USB-C v3.2 | USB-C v2.0 |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Fast Charging | 100W SUPERVOOC | 120W Fast Charging |
| eSIM Support | Yes | Not Mentioned |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | No | No |
| Stereo Speakers | Yes, with Dolby Atmos | Yes, with Dolby Atmos |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Date | January 23, 2024 | November 07, 2023 |
| Color Options | Silky Black, Flowy Emerald | Legend, Alpha |
OnePlus 12 5G vs iQOO 12 5G
Display:
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iQOO 12 features a 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 1260 x 2800 pixels (QHD+) and a 144Hz refresh rate, prioritizing smoothness especially for gaming.
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OnePlus 12 comes with a slightly larger 6.82-inch ProXDR LTPO AMOLED display at 3168 x 1440 pixels (QHD+) but with a 120Hz refresh rate, focusing more on color accuracy and brightness (up to 1600 nits peak).
Processor:
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Both phones are powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with octa-core configurations delivering top performance.
RAM and Storage:
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Both devices offer configurations of 12GB or 16GB RAM and 256GB or 512GB UFS storage options.
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iQOO 12 uses UFS 4.0 storage, which is faster than previous generations.
Camera:
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iQOO 12 sports a triple rear camera setup: 50MP wide, 64MP telephoto (3x optical zoom), and 50MP ultra-wide.
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OnePlus 12 also has a triple camera system: 50MP wide, 48MP telephoto (3x optical zoom), and 64MP ultra-wide.
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Front camera: iQOO 12 has a 16MP sensor; OnePlus 12 offers a higher resolution 32MP front camera.
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OnePlus 12 is noted for better selfie and video recording quality (4K on front cam).
Battery and Charging:
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iQOO 12 is equipped with a 5000mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging (no wireless charging).
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OnePlus 12 has a larger 5400mAh battery with 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging support.
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OnePlus 12 offers about 27% longer battery life in practical usage than iQOO 12.
Build and Features:
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iQOO 12 is lighter (approx. 203.7g) and slimmer (8.1mm thickness) compared to the OnePlus 12 (around 220g, 9.2mm thickness).
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OnePlus 12 features IP65 water resistance, whereas iQOO 12 has IP64 rating.
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Both run on Android 14 with their respective skins: iQOO on Funtouch OS 14, OnePlus on OxygenOS 14.
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OnePlus 12 supports eSIM technology; iQOO 12 does not.
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iQOO 12’s display has a higher refresh rate at 144Hz, while OnePlus 12 trades off some refresh rate for higher resolution and brightness.
Gaming and Performance:
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Both deliver excellent performance given the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip.
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iQOO 12 has some gaming-specific optimizations and a better cooling system noted for sustained performance.
Price (as of mid-2025):
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iQOO 12 generally retails around ₹49,999 in India.
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OnePlus 12 is priced higher, starting around ₹51,997 to ₹64,999 depending on configuration.
Summary:
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Choose iQOO 12 if you prefer a slightly lighter, slimmer phone with a higher refresh rate display oriented toward gaming and faster wired charging.
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Choose OnePlus 12 if you prioritize higher resolution display with better brightness, longer battery life, wireless charging, water resistance, and superior front camera quality.
Both are excellent flagship phones with very similar core performance but cater to slightly different user preferences regarding display, battery, camera, and additional features.
