Earlier this month, Oppo debuted the F27 Pro+ smartphone (full review) in the Indian mid-range segment. The device has landed in the sub-₹30,000 price range, which places it against competitors like the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus and the Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G. Since we have already compared the F27 Pro+ against the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus, we will put it against the Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G in this article.

Design

While the Realme 12 Pro+ 5G offers a well-balanced set of features, Oppo has particularly emphasized the design aspect of the F27 Pro Plus—and it’s not just about aesthetics. The F27 Pro Plus is the first smartphone in India to feature an IP69 (and IP68) water and dust resistance rating. This is the highest IP rating available, meaning the device can withstand complete submersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes and endure close-range exposure to high-pressure, high-temperature water jets, such as those from a hose.

Moreover, the device’s body has a military-grade shock resistance certification (MIL-STD-810H) and is constructed with a 360° Armour Body for superior drop protection. In addition to this touch exterior, Oppo has provided a vegan leather finish to the device.

The Realme 12 Pro Plus also comes with a vegan leather back, however, it only features an IP65 dust and water resistance, which means that the device is dust-tight, however, it cannot withstand submersion or high-pressure water jets. On the front, the device comes with a secondary tempered high-strength glass, which falls behind in comparison to the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the Oppo F27 Pro+.

Display & performance

Both smartphones feature Curved AMOLED displays measuring around 6.7 inches. Both offer an FHD+ resolution with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 240 Hz touch sampling rate, and a peak brightness of 950 nits. Both feature an under-display fingerprint sensor.

As for specifications, the Oppo device comes with a Dimensity 7050, while the Realme offering has a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip. Surprisingly, these chips are not that far apart in performance, however, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 has a 26% lead in multi-core performance. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 is also slightly better for gaming than the Dimensity 7050.

Both devices ship with a maximum of 256GB storage, however, the Realme offering has a 12GB RAM variant while the Oppo device comes with 8GB RAM. So in terms of daily performance, users won’t notice a difference, however, the Realme 12 Pro Plus will give a slightly better performance in intensive tasks like gaming. As for the battery, both devices offer the same 5,000mAh capacity with 67W fast charging support.

Cameras

The camera department is where the Realme 12 Pro Plus 5G pretty much outclasses the Oppo F27 Pro+. It comes with an OIS-assisted 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor, an OIS-assisted 64MP OmniVision OV64B 3x periscope telephoto shooter, an 8MP ultrawide unit, and a 32MP selfie camera.

In comparison, the Oppo F27 Pro+ only has two cameras at the back, which includes the 64-megapixel primary and 2-megapixel marco sensors. For selfies and video calls, you get an 8-megapixel camera.

Pricing

The Oppo F27 Pro+ 5G is available in two storage options: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage, priced at ₹27,999, and 8GB RAM with 256GB storage, priced at ₹29,999. In contrast, the Realme 12 Pro Plus is offered in three memory configurations in India: 8GB RAM with 128GB storage for ₹29,999 ($360), 8GB RAM with 256GB storage for ₹31,999 ($385), and 12GB RAM with 256GB storage for ₹33,999 (~$410). However, the 8GB RAM with 256GB storage variant of the Realme 12 Pro Plus is currently available at a discounted price of ₹29,999 for a few more days, matching the price of the Oppo F27 Pro+ 5G.

Verdict

The Realme device is an overall better offering, mainly due to its powerful camera system, It also has a slightly better processor that will be a better pick if you like to game on your smartphone. The display and battery are identical.

That said, if you are looking for a phone that can withstand harsh weather and some accidental drops, then there is no better option than the F27 Pro+ at this price range.

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As expected, Oppo has launched the F27 Pro+ 5G in India with a focus on durability. As per the company, it is the first smartphone in India to carry all three IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings. Let’s check out the key specifications of this smartphone.

Oppo F27 Pro+ 5G Specifications:

The F27 Pro+ 5G features a 6.7-inch 3D curved AMOLED display (93% screen-to-body ratio) with an FHD+ resolution (2412 x 1080 pixels), a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and a high 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display also comes with a peak brightness of 950 nits and it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

Under the hood, the F27 Pro+ 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 processor, a capable mid-range chipset designed to handle everyday tasks and multitasking efficiently. For graphics, it features Mali-G68 MC4 GPU.

The phone comes with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and offers inbuilt storage options of 128GB or 256GB UFS 3.1. The device also supports up to 8GB of virtual RAM. Out of the box, the phone runs on ColorOS 14 based on Android 14, offering a customized and feature-rich user experience.

Coming to the optics, the F27 Pro+ 5G features a dual rear camera system with a 64MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor for depth information. While the lack of an ultrawide sensor is a bit of a letdown, the 64MP main sensor promises to capture decent photos in most lighting conditions. The front-facing camera for selfies and video calls comes in at 8MP with f/2.2 aperture.

Oppo has equipped the F27 Pro+ 5G with a large 5000mAh battery. The phone also supports 67W SUPERVOOC fast charging. The phone includes an in-display fingerprint sensor and facial recognition for secure unlocking.

Where the F27 Pro+ 5G truly shines is in its durability. The phone boasts an IP69 waterproof rating, the highest available, meaning it can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature sprays, and even complete submersion in water. Alongside the phone also comes with IP68 and IP66 certifications. Additionally, the phone has received military-grade shock resistance certification (MIL-STD-810H) and is built with a 360° Armour Body for enhanced drop protection.

Pricing and Availability

Oppo F27 Pro+ 5G comes in two storage options: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage priced at ₹27,999 and 8GB RAM + 256GB storage priced at ₹29,999 (approximately $335 and $359 respectively).

The phone is available in two color options: Midnight Navy and Dusk Pink (leather back). Pre-orders are now open on Amazon.in, Flipkart, Oppo India online store, and offline stores starting today, with shipments starting on June 20th.

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Three brands have scheduled smartphone launches for next week. Two of these events will take place in India, while the remaining one will be held in China.

The Indian conferences will be headed by Xiaomi and Oppo. Both of them will unveil devices that are already official in China but under different names. Xiaomi’s product will be a premium offering as opposed to a mid-ranger by Oppo.

One the other hand, Honor will be hosting the Chinese event. It will announe a new foldable. To be precise, the company will debut its first-ever clamshell foldable phone.

Let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Xiaomi 14 Civi

The Xiaomi 14 Civi will be officially unveiled on June 12 (Wednesday) in India. The device is a rebranded Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro.

Its main highlights include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip and a Leica-tuned camera system. The handset comes with a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP 2x telephoto shooter, and a 12MP ultrawide unit, On the front, it has a 32MP primary sensor with autofocus and a 32MP ultrawide snapper.

The product is expected to cost below ₹50,000, making it an affordable alternative to the Xiaomi 14.

Oppo F27 Pro Plus 5G

The Oppo F27 Pro Plus will be made official on June 13 (Thursday). According to teasers and leaks, it will be a rebadged Oppo A3 Pro.

It will be India’s first IP69-rated smartphone. Thus, customers need not worry about the phone during the monsoon season in the country.

It will arrive with a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz curved OLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, a 64MP primary camera, a leather back, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W wired charging support.

Honor Magic V Flip

The Honor Magic V Flip will launch in China on June 13. It is the brand’s first vertical foldable (aka clamshell).

It will have the largest cover display on a flip-style foldable phone to date. It will be available in black, white, pink, and limited eidtion colors.

The handset is expected to come with a 4,800mAh battery, 66W wired charging support, and a 50MP main camera. It will be available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants.

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