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The OnePlus 12 may no longer be the company's current flagship model, but it remains a solid device. It boasts top-notch performance from its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform and incredibly fast charging speeds. It's a more affordable alternative to the OnePlus 13, and now is a great time to buy one because the device is currently on sale.
Visit the company's website and enter the code "BACK2COLLEGE" at checkout to receive a $300 discount on the 512GB OnePlus 12. This deal only applies to the Silky Black color option. The Flowy Emerald OnePlus 12 is currently out of stock on the official storefront. Additionally, it appears that the 256GB model is no longer available for purchase.
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You can save even more money on the OnePlus 12. Through OnePlus' program, you can trade in any device in any condition and receive a cool $50 discount, dropping the price of the smartphone to $550.
ZDNET's managing reviews editor, Kerry Wan, reviewed the OnePlus 12 when it was first released in 2024. I encourage everyone to read the review for deep insight into the smartphone; however, here's a quick overview.
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The OnePlus 12 is a well-rounded device capable of competing with the company's latest flagship model, the OnePlus 13. Thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, performance is fast and reliable. Users will be able to play intensive mobile games like Genshin Impact and hop between multiple apps with relative ease. Plus, its high-quality Quad HD+ (3,168 x 1,440 pixels) resolution display has a maximum brightness of 4,500 nits. That's bright enough to pierce the sun's glare and maintain clear visibility.
One of the smartphone's best features is its longevity. Its massive 5,400mAh battery allows the OnePlus 12 to last a full day and a half on a single charge. The model supports 80W wired and 50W wireless charging, so it can go from 0% to 100% battery in almost no time at all.
How I rated this deal
As per ZDNET's rating system, I give the base deal a score of 4/5. $300 off is a big discount, and if memory serves right, this is the lowest price that the OnePlus 12 has ever been outside of major sales events like Black Friday. And the savings become even better through the trade-in program. Be sure to act fast because this deal will only be around for a couple of weeks.
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