OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact edition launching in India on February 28, here is how you can get it for free

OnePlus has announced a collaboration with Genshin Impact to unveil a special edition of its OnePlus 12R smartphone in India on February 28. This special edition follows the recent launch of the OnePlus 12 series, which debuted last month, featuring both the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R models. Now, OnePlus is gearing up to introduce the distinct version of its flagship OnePlus 12R handset, tailored for Genshin Impact game enthusiasts. The phone has already been launched in China as the OnePlus Ace 3 Genshin Impact.

The product listing of the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact special edition smartphone is now live on the official India website. Interested buyers can click on the 'Notify Me' option to get more details and early access to pre-booking. According to the listing, the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition offers "a highly-customized flagship smartphone experience featuring the iconic game. Perfected for Genshin Impact gaming, Travelers will be able to embark on an immaculate adventure."

How to get the OnePlus Genship Impact edition for free

Interestingly, OnePlus is offering interested buyers a chance to win the upcoming OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition for free. To stand a chance to win the smartphone for free, users are asked to visit the smartphone's listing on the OnePlus India website and click on the 'Notify Me' option.

Once the phone is launched, one lucky user will win the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition phone along with 40 Primogems × 1000. Howver, all other participants will receive an exchange coupon worth Rs 1,000, applicable for both the standard OnePlus 12R and the Genshin Impact Edition.

In addition, OnePlus has also initiated a survey related to the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition. By participating in this survey, 30 winners will have a chance to win 500 Primogems.

Notably, each user has one chance to participate, and sharing the 'Notify Me to Win Contest' grants an additional opportunity. The contest runs from February 22nd to 4:30 PM IST on February 28th, 2024.

As for the exact pricing of the special edition, OnePlus has not disclosed it yet. However, in the meantime, the company is currently offering discounts on the regular OnePlus 12R, priced from Rs 38,999 (inclusive of bank discounts). Buyers can also benefit from device exchange offers worth up to Rs 5,000.

OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact edition features and specifications

The OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact edition will feature a lightning-inspired design based on the character Keqing. According to the teaser, the phone will come in a unique electro violet colour. The company has also confirmed that the upcoming model will include an industry-first electro etching process. Additionally, the limited edition phone will come in a custom-designed gift box and a series of exclusive collectible merchandise, all inspired by the Genshin Impact character Keqing.

In terms of specifications, the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact edition will mirror those of the standard OnePlus 12R model currently available. This includes a sizable 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2780 x 1264 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.8:9. The display supports up to a 120Hz refresh rate and boasts a peak brightness of 4500 nits, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for added durability.

Under the surface, the OnePlus 12R is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. The device is powered by a big 5,500mAh battery, capable of rapid 100W wired charging, conveniently included in the package.

In terms of photography, the OnePlus 12R boasts a triple camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel sensor dedicated to macro photography. On the front, there's a 16-megapixel camera for capturing selfies and facilitating video calls.