OnePlus Nord 3vsOppo K12 Plus

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

OnePlus
OnePlus Nord 3
Nord 3
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 9000
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The OnePlus Nord 3 boasts an impressive battery life that lasts up to 103 hours on a single charge.
The OnePlus Nord 3's impressive display boasts vibrant visuals, seamless performance, and excellent brightness.
The OnePlus Nord 3 delivers decent camera results, despite some minor drawbacks at its affordable price point.
The OnePlus Nord 3's exceptional performance and smooth operation make it a top mid-range phone choice overall.
Oppo
Oppo K12 Plus
K12 Plus
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Oppo K12 Plus's battery life fell short of expectations due to moderate-to-poor endurance and heavy usage impact.
The Oppo K12 Plus boasts an impressive AMOLED display with fast refresh rate and high resolution features.
The Oppo K12 Plus's camera system excels in low-light conditions with excellent image quality and minimal noise.
The Oppo K12 Plus's performance under heavy loads, like gaming, leaves room for improvement significantly.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
3.05 GHz
Oppo K12 Plus
2.63 GHz

RAM

Tie
OnePlus Nord 3
8GB
Oppo K12 Plus
8GB

Storage

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
128GB
Oppo K12 Plus
256GB

Weight

Winner
OnePlus Nord 3
193g
Oppo K12 Plus
186g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
OnePlus OnePlus Nord 3
Oppo Oppo K12 Plus
Model
MediaTek Dimensity 9000
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (SM7550-AB)
CPU
1x Cortex, X2 3.05GHz + 3x Cortex, A710 2.85GHz + 4x Cortex, A510 1.85GHz
1x2.63 GHz Cortex, A715 +3x2.4 GHz Cortex, A715 + 4x1.8 GHz Cortex, A510
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.05
2.63
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Mali-G710 MC10
Qualcomm Adreno 720
RAM
8
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
UFS Storage 3.1
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1103441
866863
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 89% of devices
Overall performance better than 85% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
Heat dissipation area 29345.5mm² (VC vapor chamber area 4129mm²)
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

OnePlus Nord 3

Strengths

The specs look great here so could this be the OnePlus Flagship killer we've been waiting for
A flagship-grade display with a high refresh rate and HDR10+ support makes it feel like a premium phone
The battery life is good, with an endurance rating of 103 hours in our tests
Fast charging is super fast, with a bundled 80W charger that can charge the phone from 0 to 98% in half an hour
The camera setup is decent, with a 50MP main cam and support for 4K video recording at 60fps
The interface of the Nord 3 is oneplus's Oxygen OS 13.1 on top of Android 13, which provides a smooth user experience
The phone runs smoothly and heavy gaming and multitasking are no problem here
The camera app is well-designed, with features like night mode and portrait mode working quite well

Weaknesses

There's no support for high frame rate gaming, which might be a letdown for some users
The macro camera is hardly praiseworthy, with limited detail and visible noise
The front-facing cam is only 16MP, which is not impressive compared to other phones in this price range
There's no electronic stabilization in 4K video recording, which might make it harder to capture smooth footage
Low light photos from the ultra-wide camera could use a boost in exposure
The phone's thermal performance was mixed during our CPU stress test
The design of the Nord 3 is similar to previous OnePlus phones, with no significant change
There's limited flexibility in terms of storage and RAM options

Oppo K12 Plus

Strengths

The phone has a good display with a fast refresh rate AMOLED screen.
It comes with stereo speakers providing a nice multimedia experience.
The camera quality is above average, with a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera.
The phone has a lightweight design making it easy to hold for a long time.
It runs on Color OS 14 which is highly optimized for performance.
The phone's AMOLED screen also features diamond frame design for better protection.

Weaknesses

The phone may not be suitable for heavy gaming due to its average gaming performance.
The frame of the phone is made of plastic and has no antenna lines, which might affect the phone's durability.
The fingerprint sensor is placed quite low on the phone, making it slightly inconvenient to access.
The chin of the phone is slightly larger, affecting its overall aesthetic appeal.
The phone's average frame rate dropped to 37.6 FPS after playing a heavy game for 30 minutes at high quality settings with 60 FPS.
The phone's back temperature reached 41.7°C during heavy gaming, which might be a concern.
Read Full Reviews

OnePlus Nord 3

The OnePlus Nord 3 is a significant upgrade in the mid-range segment, boasting flagship-grade specs without the hefty price tag. With a powerful Mediatek Dimensity 9000 chipset, high-end display, and fast charging capabilities, this phone promises to deliver premium performance at an affordable price. The camera setup, featuring a Sony IMX 890 sensor, also shows promise in capturing detailed photos with great dynamic range. But can the Nord 3 live up to its potential as a flagship killer? Our review aims to put this question to rest and provide an honest assessment of its capabilities.

Oppo K12 Plus

The Oppo K12 Plus is a mid-range 5G phone that boasts a fast refresh rate AMOLED display and a powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. With a 50MP dual camera and lightweight design, this phone promises a seamless multimedia experience. The device also features a 6.7-inch screen, 120Hz refresh rate, and dual stereo speakers. We'll dive deeper into the phone's performance, camera quality, and gaming capabilities in our review, so stay tuned!

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