Is even the top-tier flagship struggling?
Just do the math, it's been almost half a year since the release of the Snapdragon 8 Gen3, and apart from a few top-tier models from domestic manufacturers, this generation's Android flagship lineup is pretty much set.
And what follows is the much-awaited price drop! For those who held back their wallets initially, those who didn't jump the gun are finally going to "get discounts for late purchases."
Plus, with the next-gen chip update at least half a year away, there's no need to worry about quickly becoming outdated if you buy now.
OPPO Find X7 Ultra
The first contender is the Find X7 Ultra from Black Factory, which just clinched the top spot on the DxO camera rankings today, sharing the first place with the Huawei Mate60 Pro+.
While everyone knows DxO's component in image quality, the Find X7 Ultra is indeed a solid imaging flagship. Its dual periscope quad-camera system boasts high-quality lenses that cover a wide range of focal lengths.
Moreover, the Find X7 Ultra features a high-quality 2K display with a dynamic peak brightness of 4500 nits. It also supports LTPO adaptive refresh rate, providing a great viewing experience while conserving battery life, and even supports raindrop touch control.
Perhaps the only drawback is its continued use of the dual-curved screen design...
In terms of other specifications, the Find X7 Ultra sports a 5000mAh large battery, supporting 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Additionally, it comes with features like a national encryption certification independent security chip, IP68 dust and water resistance, NFC, X-axis linear motor, and dual speakers.
If satellite communication doesn't interest you, there's no need to wait for the satellite version to be launched. The Find X7 Ultra, which was initially priced at 5999 CNY when it was released, has now dropped to 5348 CNY.
Even more appealing is the larger capacity version with 16+512GB, which has been slashed from 6999 CNY to 5781 CNY, a direct reduction of over 1200 CNY.
OnePlus 12
The OnePlus 12, also from the infamous "Black Factory," has seen a price drop, and it's even available on PDD now. Who would have thought that the once touted as beating all "Pro" smartphones would now drop to 3796 CNY, making its cost performance quite high.
Moreover, in terms of specs, the OnePlus 12 performs quite well across the board. It boasts a main camera featuring the flagship Sony LYT-808 sensor and is also blessed with the professional Hasselblad imaging system. Additionally, it sports a 2K Oriental screen, which can be considered top-tier among domestic screens.
The iQOO 12 comes equipped with a hefty 5400mAh battery, combined with an LTPO display for exceptional battery life. It supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, along with intelligent battery health algorithms and biomimetic electrolyte repair technology, ensuring that even after 4 years of use, the battery's effective capacity remains above 80%.
While some models may have subpar build quality, if you prioritize cost-effectiveness and practicality, it's still a solid choice to consider.
iQOO 12
The iQOO 12, now priced around 3400 CNY, features not just one but two curved screens, and to top it off, a flat screen as well. With a 6.78-inch direct screen boasting 144Hz refresh rate and no plastic support frame, it's tailor-made for gamers. In terms of performance, it's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen3 chipset, with an additional in-house gaming chip, the Q1, to further enhance the gaming experience.
With a whopping 5000mAh+120W fast charging, this device alleviates battery anxiety, perfect for avid gamers. Plus, it boasts numerous gaming enhancements tailored for hardcore gaming enthusiasts.
Furthermore, this device even elevates imaging capabilities, featuring the same OV50H main camera sensor as the Xiaomi Mi 900, supporting OIS optical stabilization, along with a 64-megapixel telephoto lens and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, delivering impressive performance.
Additionally, many flagship smartphones outside the Snapdragon camp have seen significant price reductions. For instance, the vivo X100 Pro, known for its user-friendly system, impressive imaging capabilities, and unbeatable telephoto lens, has dropped to around 4500 CNY. The standard version, X100, has even seen a decrease to around 3600 CNY. The performance of the Dimensity 9300 chipset this year has been exceptionally outstanding, with gaming experiences sometimes even more stable than those on the Snapdragon 8 Gen3.
The Huawei Mate60 Pro 512GB is now available at its original price without the need for rushing to purchase. What's amusing is that they even label it as "historical low price" after listing it at the original price.
Compared to the previous scenarios of price hikes and out-of-stock situations, this certainly lives up to its name...
What do you all think of this price drop wave?
