Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs OnePlus 12R Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

✓ Head-to-Head Comparison: • PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone SE (2022) design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone SE (2022)

AED 1,849

🏆 PriceCR Score: 59/100

Lowest verified at Apple Official (UAE)

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OnePlus 12R design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

OnePlus 12R

AED 1,749

🏆 PriceCR Score: 89/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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⚖️ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, OnePlus 12R starts from AED 1,749, saving approximately AED 100 over Apple iPhone SE (2022) (AED 1,849). Choose OnePlus 12R for superior price-to-performance, or Apple iPhone SE (2022) if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

  • ✓ Verified price starting from AED 1,849

Why choose OnePlus 12R?

  • ✓ More affordable by AED 100 (5% lower price)
  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (5500 mAh vs 2018 mAh)
  • ✓ Larger display screen (6.78" vs 4.7")
  • ✓ Higher primary camera resolution (50MP vs 12MP)

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0–100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) (59/100) vs OnePlus 12R (89/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | OnePlus: 87
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 64 | OnePlus: 86
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | OnePlus: 90
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | OnePlus: 86
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | OnePlus: 89
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 64 | OnePlus: 95

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
OnePlus 12R

Scores 86/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
OnePlus 12R

Scores 86/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
OnePlus 12R

Scores 89/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
OnePlus 12R

Scores 95/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

📡 UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs OnePlus 12R Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone SE (2022) OnePlus 12R
Starting Verified Price AED 1,849
at Apple Official (UAE)
AED 1,749
at UAE Retail Stores Advantage
Display & Refresh Rate 4.7" 6.78 inches (17.22 cm), AMOLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution N/A 1264x2780 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset N/A Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB RAM 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 12 MP (wide, OIS, 4K video) 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 8 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 7 MP (f/2.2) 16 MP f/2.4, Wide Angle, Primary Camera Advantage
Battery & Fast Charging 2018 mAh 5500 mAh - Super VOOC, 100W: 100 % in 26 minutes Advantage
5G Network Support 5G, 4G LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 18 Android v14
Build, Weight & Protection Premium build 207 grams, Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame, glass back, IP64

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs OnePlus 12R

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone SE (2022) or OnePlus 12R?

Both Apple iPhone SE (2022) and OnePlus 12R have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone SE (2022) starts from AED 1,849, whereas OnePlus 12R starts from AED 1,749. OnePlus 12R offers better budget value by saving AED 100. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone SE (2022) and OnePlus 12R in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, OnePlus 12R is priced about AED 100 lower than Apple iPhone SE (2022) based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone SE (2022) or OnePlus 12R?

Apple iPhone SE (2022) features 12 MP (wide, OIS, 4K video) with a 2018 mAh. On the other hand, OnePlus 12R comes with 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 8 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera and a 5500 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.