Samsung Galaxy A12 128GB

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Samsung Galaxy A12 128GB was announced in November 2020. Samsung Galaxy A12 128GB is powered by Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm), delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of 147,559 and Geekbench score of 260 / 812.

It features a 6.5 Inches PLS TFT LCD 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 (Quad Camera: 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF + 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 27,500 PKR, this phone falls into the budget segment in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $97.17 USD.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.
  • Fast charging support (as listed).

Cons

  • LCD display instead of AMOLED, resulting in lower contrast levels.
  • Some compromises on camera quality or materials are expected at this price point.

Expert opinion

Samsung Galaxy A12 128GB runs on Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm), 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 PLS TFT LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the budget segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Samsung Galaxy A12 128GB 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:- 27,500
Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Os: Android 10.0 OS, upgradable to Android 11
Chipset: Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm)
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB Built-in
Type: PLS TFT LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.5 Inches
Main: Quad Camera: 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF + 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR, Video (2160p@30 fps, 1080p@30 fps)

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Antutu
147559
Geekbench
260 / 812

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Battery Charging: - Fast battery charging 15W

Colors

Color swatch for Black Color swatch for White Color swatch for Blue Color swatch for Red
Price:- 27,500
≈ $97.17 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: Quad Camera: 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF + 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR, Video (2160p@30 fps, 1080p@30 fps)

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 8 MP, f/2.2, Video (1080p@30 fps)

Display

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

Type: PLS TFT LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors, Multitouch
Size: 6.5 Inches
Resolution: 720 x 1600 Pixels (~270 PPI)
Dimensions: 164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm
Weight: 205 g

Hardware

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

Os: Android 10.0 OS, upgradable to Android 11
Chipset: Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (4 x 2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
Gpu: Power VR GE8320
Clock: 2300 MHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 4GB RAM
Storage: 128GB Built-in
Cardslot: micro SD Card, (supports up to 256GB)

Features

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

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth: v5.0 with A2DP, LE
Positioning: Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass, BDS, GALILEO, BDS
Nfc: No
Usb: USB Type-C 2.0
Sensors: Accelerometer, Fingerprint (side mounted), 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, MP3/WAV/WMA/e AAC+/FLAC player, MP4/WMV/H.265 player, Speaker Phone

Announcement

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

Network: GPRS, EDGE, 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G (LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps)
Announcement Month: November
Announcement Year: 2020
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