Download OnePlus Nord 2 5G Android 12 (OxygenOS 12) Update
OnePlus finally started pushing their new major OS update, OxygenOS 12 for the OnePlus Nord 2 5G based on Android 12. The update is now started rolling around...
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Last updated on August 21, 2025
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OnePlus finally started pushing their new major OS update, OxygenOS 12 for the OnePlus Nord 2 5G based on Android 12. The update is now started rolling around the globe.
As per some reports, it is said to be rolling as a stable build with OxygenOS 12 C.04 for users in India. With this, OnePlus has included the latest May 2022 Security patch, which fixes many security bugs and vulnerabilities.
The Oneplus Nord 2 features a 6.43-inch Fluid AMOLED panel with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. It is a high refresh rate panel with a 90Hz refresh rate, and it supports HDR10+ content. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Under the hood, we get the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G built on a 6nm manufacturing process. This is a flagship-level octa-core processor which consists of one Cortex-A78 core clocked at 3.0 GHz, three Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.6 GHz, and four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz. For handling the graphics-intensive tasks, we have the Mali-G77 MC9.
In terms of optics, we get a triple camera setup at the rear and a single camera at the front. The triple camera setup at the rear consists of a 50MP primary sensor paired with an f/1.9 lens, an 8MP ultrawide sensor paired with an f/2.3 lens, and a 2MP monochrome sensor paired with an f/2.4 lens. At the front, we get a 32MP selfie camera paired with an f/2.5 lens. The rear camera can capture 4K videos at 30 fps, while the front is limited to 1080p video recording.
The smartphone comes with Android 11 out of the box with OxygenOS 11 running on top. It is available in two storage options: 128GB internal storage + 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage + 12GB RAM.
In terms of communications, we get Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C 2.0. And for sensors, we get an under-display optical fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. Powering it all is a 4,500 mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging.
Steps to Install Android 12 (OxygenOS 12) on OnePlus Nord 2 5G
Before installing the Android 12 (OxygenOS 12) on your OnePlus Nord 2 5G, make sure to follow all the pre-requirements at first and install the required drivers, firmware, and other tools on your PC as well.
Pre-Requirements:
The firmware is only supported for the OnePlus Nord 2 5G model. Don’t try it on other devices.
You will require a Windows PC/Laptop and a USB cable as well.
We’re at GetDroidTips won’t be responsible for any kind of damage or error that occurs to your phone while or after following this guide. Make sure to take a backup first and do it at your own risk.
First method via Local upgrade
Download the firmware OTA zip file from above and move it to the internal storage on your OnePlus Nord 2 5G device.
Now, head over to the Settings > System Updates > tap on gear icon > use the Local Upgrade.
Select the firmware file which you’ve downloaded before.
You will see a pop-up screen to upgrade your device, tap on Upgrade Now.
Next, the device will reboot and flash the OTA file via Stock Recovery.
The device will boot into a new system.
Then turn off the phone > press and hold the Volume Down + Power button together for a few seconds to enter into recovery mode.
Go to Wipe data and cache & select Erase everything.
If you want to install the Android 12 (OxygenOS 12) on your OnePlus Nord 2 5G handset manually, then follow the below-mentioned guide properly. Here we have shared the ADB Sideloading method in order to flash the Stock ROM on your OnePlus device.
We assume that this article is useful to you and you’ve successfully updated or installed the Android 12 (OxygenOS 12) flash file on your OnePlus Nord 2 5G device. If you have any queries, let us know in the comments below.
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