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OnePlus 12 256GB — Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB
OnePlus

OnePlus 12 256GB

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB

88
/ 100
From $879
VS
OnePlus 12 256GB wins by 2
OnePlus 11 256GB — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB
OnePlus

OnePlus 11 256GB

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB

86
/ 100
From $779
Specdex verdict

OnePlus 12 256GB takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, OnePlus 12 256GB lands at 88 and OnePlus 11 256GB at 86. That puts OnePlus 12 256GB ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick OnePlus 12 256GB if…

  • ✓Competitive flagship specs
  • ✓Regional value pricing
  • ✓Distinctive design

Pick OnePlus 11 256GB if…

  • ✓Competitive flagship specs
  • ✓Regional value pricing
  • ✓Distinctive design
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

OnePlus 12 256GB

Stills and video quality across lenses

OnePlus 12 256GB leads on camera (88 vs 86).

Battery life

OnePlus 12 256GB

Screen-on time and charging

OnePlus 12 256GB leads on battery (84 vs 82).

Performance

OnePlus 12 256GB

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

OnePlus 12 256GB leads on cpu (88 vs 86).

Display

OnePlus 12 256GB

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

OnePlus 12 256GB leads on display (88 vs 86).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

OnePlus 12 256GB 88
vs
86 OnePlus 11 256GB

Score breakdown

OnePlus 12 256GB
88
cpu 88
gpu 86
camera 88
battery 84
display 88
design 86
OnePlus 11 256GB
86
cpu 86
gpu 84
camera 86
battery 82
display 86
design 84

Specs side-by-side

OnePlus 12 256GB versus OnePlus 11 256GB — full spec comparison
Spec OnePlus 12 256GB OnePlus 11 256GB
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Storage
256GB
256GB
Release year
2024
2023

OnePlus 12 256GB

Pros
  • +Competitive flagship specs
  • +Regional value pricing
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

OnePlus 11 256GB

Pros
  • +Competitive flagship specs
  • +Regional value pricing
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

FAQ: OnePlus 12 256GB vs OnePlus 11 256GB

Which is better, OnePlus 12 256GB or OnePlus 11 256GB? +

OnePlus 12 256GB scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is OnePlus 12 256GB worth the price? +

At $879, OnePlus 12 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in cpu.

Is OnePlus 11 256GB worth the price? +

At $779, OnePlus 11 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in cpu.

Does OnePlus 12 256GB or OnePlus 11 256GB last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photography, OnePlus 12 256GB or OnePlus 11 256GB? +

OnePlus 12 256GB — leads on camera (88 vs 86). Stills and video quality across lenses.

Which is better for battery life, OnePlus 12 256GB or OnePlus 11 256GB? +

OnePlus 12 256GB — leads on battery (84 vs 82). Screen-on time and charging.