Realme 12

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Realme 12 was announced in March 2024. Realme 12 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Chipset, delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of 349,440 and Geekbench score of 473 / 1,510.

It features a 6.7 Inches AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. The main camera (Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.67", PDAF+ 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 59,999 PKR, this phone falls into the mid-range category in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $212.01 USD.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • AMOLED display for punchy colours and deep blacks.
  • High RAM for smoother multitasking.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.

Cons

  • May lack certain premium hardware features found in higher-end flagship models.

Expert opinion

Realme 12 runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Chipset, delivering balanced performance for day-to-day usage. Its (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the mid-range segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Realme 12 is a good choice for users looking for an affordable smartphone for daily tasks such as calling, social media, video streaming, and moderate multitasking while maintaining good battery life.

Key Specifications

Below are the main specifications including processor, battery, display, camera, and storage configuration of this smartphone.

Price: Price:- 59,999
Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Os: Android 14 OS
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Chipset
Ram: 8GB RAM (+8GB Extended RAM)
Storage: 256GB Built-in
Type: AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.7 Inches
Main: Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.67" , PDAF+ 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, Phase detection, HDR, Panorama, Video (1080p@30 fps)

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Antutu
349440
Geekbench
473 / 1510

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah

Colors

Color swatch for Twilight Purple Color swatch for Woodland Green
Price:- 59,999
≈ $212.01 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.67" , PDAF+ 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, Phase detection, HDR, Panorama, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), HDR, Video (1080p@30 fps, gyro-EIS)

Display

Display specifications covering screen size, panel technology, resolution, and protection features affecting viewing experience and visual clarity.

Type: AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.7 Inches
Resolution: 1080 x 2400 Pixels (~392 PPI)
Extra Features: 120Hz, 600 nits (typ), 2000 nits (peak)
Dimensions: 165.6 x 76.1 x 7.7 mm
Weight: 188 g

Hardware

Hardware configuration including processor, RAM, internal storage, and performance-related specifications that influence speed and multitasking capability.

Os: Android 14 OS
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Chipset
Cpu: Octa-core (2 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Gpu: Qualcomm Adreno 610
Clock: 2800 MHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 8GB RAM (+8GB Extended RAM)
Storage: 256GB Built-in
Cardslot: No

Features

Connectivity and additional features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, NFC support, USB connectivity, and built-in sensors.

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth: v5.2 with A2DP, LE
Positioning: Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Nfc: No
Usb: USB Type-C 2.0
Sensors: Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint (side-mounted), Gyro, Proximity
Sim: Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)

Sound

Audio features including loudspeaker performance and headphone jack availability for media and communication usage.

Audiojack: 3.5mm Audio Jack, 24-bit/192k Hz Hi-Res audio, Speaker Phone

Announcement

General information including technology type, launch timeline, dimensions, and overall device build details.

Network: GPRS, Edge, 3G (HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps), 4G LTE
Announcement Month: March
Announcement Year: 2024
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