The imminent release of the OnePlus Ace 3 in China, scheduled for January 4th, will see a parallel launch of the phone in other markets, including India, where it will be rebranded as the OnePlus 12R. The global launch event is set for January 23rd, alongside the OnePlus 12 5G. Ahead of this much-awaited announcement, OnePlus has teased glimpses of both the OnePlus Ace 3 and the OnePlus 12R, offering a sneak peek at their rear designs and color selections.
Key Points, Features & Specifications: OnePlus Ace 3 / OnePlus 12R
Leaked Details and Features
Dual Launch and Renaming: The OnePlus Ace 3 will debut in China on January 4 and globally as the OnePlus 12R on January 23 alongside OnePlus 12 5G.
Color Variants: Expected color options include Black, Blue, and Green for the global market, with the Gold variant reportedly exclusive to China.
Design Insights: A teaser showcased the OnePlus Ace 3’s Sand Gold variant, spotlighting a circular camera module on the rear. Side details include a volume rocker, power key, and OnePlus’ signature alert slider.
Expected Specifications:
Display: Anticipated to feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED screen with up to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and 4,500 nits peak brightness.
Processor: Likely to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.
Cameras: Expected to sport a 50MP OIS main camera, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro module. A 16MP front-facing camera may be included.
Memory and Storage: Expected LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage options.
Software: Possible launch with ColorOS based on Android 14 in China and OxygenOS for other regions.
Battery and Charging: Anticipated to have a 5,500mAh battery with rapid 100W wired charging support.
Launch Date: January 4 for China, January 23 for global markets (OnePlus 12R), in tandem with OnePlus 12 5G.
Design Highlights: The teaser reveals the Sand Gold variant’s rear design, emphasizing a circular camera module and key placement details.
OnePlus Ace 3 (OnePlus 12R globally) design teaser revealed. Metal frame is a big improvement. This colour might not come out of China. #OnePlus12R pic.twitter.com/tuJddgRGoo
— Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) December 26, 2023
Color Variants for India: OnePlus 12R might come in Black, Blue, and Green, but availability of the Gold variant is uncertain.
Industry Insider Insights: Ishan Agarwal & Abhishek Yadav disclosed images of the OnePlus 12R in Black and Blue color variants.
OnePlus Ace 2 Pro = Ace 3 but with metal 🔩 frame ? 👀 https://t.co/Cykild7PcA
— Abhishek Yadav (@yabhishekhd) December 26, 2023
Display Features: Expected 1.5K curved AMOLED screen with high brightness and adaptive refresh rate for enhanced viewing experiences.
Processor and Performance: Speculated Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC for powerful performance.
Camera Configuration: Predicted camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro module, with further details on the front-facing camera expected.
Memory and Storage Options: Likely to offer LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage for efficient multitasking and storage capabilities.
Software Configuration: Expected launch with different operating systems based on region—ColorOS on Android 14 in China and OxygenOS elsewhere.
Battery and Charging Capabilities: Anticipated inclusion of a 5,500mAh battery and rapid 100W wired charging support for prolonged usage and swift charging times
