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Design24
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Rear Camera13
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Videos2
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Key Specs
Android
v14
Performance
(Excellent)
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 -
Octa core (3.3 GHz, Single Core + 3.2 GHz, Tri core + 3 GHz, Dual core + 2.3 GHz, Dual core) -
12 GB / 16 GB RAM
Display
(Excellent)
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6.78 inches (17.22 cm); AMOLED -
1260x2800 px (FHD+) -
144 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
(Excellent)
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Triple Camera Setup - 50 MP Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 50 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
- 64 MP Periscope (upto 3x Optical Zoom) Camera
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Dual LED Flash -
8k @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
(Very Good)
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16 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
(Excellent)
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5000 mAh -
120W Flash Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Supported -
256 GB / 512 GB internal storage, Non Expandable -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Expert Rating:
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Verdict
The iQOO 12 stands out as the fastest Android smartphone currently available. It also earns high marks for its exceptional viewing experience, loud speakers, incredible cameras, great battery life, and blazing-fast charging speeds. That said, there is wireless charging support yet, and the software, which has been refined, still leaves room for improvement.
Pros
- Impressive build, IP64 rated
- Gorgeous screen
- Good cameras
- Incredibly fast performance & charging speeds
Cons
- No wireless charging
- Bloatware
Design and display
+
The iQOO 12 design has been revamped to appear more aesthetically pleasing and premium. That's the feel it offers once you hold the device. The glass back panel and shiny aluminium frame rub provide a solid grip. I should admit that the frame could have benefitted from a matte coating to mitigate fingerprints and smudges, as well as slipperiness. Be that as it may, the back panel remains relatively clean, at least on the white-coloured variant that I received for review.
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Performance and software
+
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, which powers the iQOO 12, is the latest and greatest from Qualcomm. Announced at Qualcomm's summit in November 2023, the SoC promises numerous improvements over its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, across various aspects including gaming, audio, and camera functionalities, among others. Additionally, the chipset incorporates several AI features, some of which were touched upon in our article titled 'It's an AI world out there – are you ready?'—don't forget to check it out.
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Cameras
+
Not just the performance, iQOO wants its latest flagship to be known for its cameras as well. As a result, the iQOO 12 has been stacked with flagship-grade cameras, comprising a 50MP primary sensor, aided by a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 64MP telephoto lens with 3x optical and 10x lossless zoom. The results are impressive, with images exhibiting detailed, sharp, and well-saturated qualities across different lighting conditions. The contrast ratio and dynamic range also perform admirably. However, photography enthusiasts may not appreciate the cameras' tendency to overprocess images, leading to shadows being crushed.
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Battery and charging speeds
+
The iQOO 12 packs a 5,000mAh battery, maintaining the same capacity as last year but now benefiting from an improved screen and chipset. Consequently, the smartphone provides a respectable battery backup. During my usage, which included an hour of BGMI, streaming, browsing, and social media scrolling, the handset lasted for a good day and a half between charges. For slightly heavier users incorporating navigation, the battery life might experience a slight reduction, but it should still comfortably last through the end of the day. On the PC Mark battery test, the handset returned with a score of 14 hours and 14 min.
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Verdict
The iQOO 12 stands out as the fastest Android smartphone currently available. It also earns high marks for its exceptional viewing experience, loud speakers, incredible cameras, great battery life, and blazing-fast charging speeds. That said, there is wireless charging support yet, and the software, which has been refined, still leaves room for improvement.
- Impressive build, IP64 rated
- Gorgeous screen
- Good cameras
- Incredibly fast performance & charging speeds
Pros
- No wireless charging
- Bloatware
Cons
Design and display
+
The iQOO 12 design has been revamped to appear more aesthetically pleasing and premium. That's the feel it offers once you hold the device. The glass back panel and shiny aluminium frame rub provide a solid grip. I should admit that the frame could have benefitted from a matte coating to mitigate fingerprints and smudges, as well as slipperiness. Be that as it may, the back panel remains relatively clean, at least on the white-coloured variant that I received for review.
Read More
Performance and software
+
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, which powers the iQOO 12, is the latest and greatest from Qualcomm. Announced at Qualcomm's summit in November 2023, the SoC promises numerous improvements over its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, across various aspects including gaming, audio, and camera functionalities, among others. Additionally, the chipset incorporates several AI features, some of which were touched upon in our article titled 'It's an AI world out there – are you ready?'—don't forget to check it out.
Read More
Cameras
+
Not just the performance, iQOO wants its latest flagship to be known for its cameras as well. As a result, the iQOO 12 has been stacked with flagship-grade cameras, comprising a 50MP primary sensor, aided by a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 64MP telephoto lens with 3x optical and 10x lossless zoom. The results are impressive, with images exhibiting detailed, sharp, and well-saturated qualities across different lighting conditions. The contrast ratio and dynamic range also perform admirably. However, photography enthusiasts may not appreciate the cameras' tendency to overprocess images, leading to shadows being crushed.
Read More
Battery and charging speeds
+
The iQOO 12 packs a 5,000mAh battery, maintaining the same capacity as last year but now benefiting from an improved screen and chipset. Consequently, the smartphone provides a respectable battery backup. During my usage, which included an hour of BGMI, streaming, browsing, and social media scrolling, the handset lasted for a good day and a half between charges. For slightly heavier users incorporating navigation, the battery life might experience a slight reduction, but it should still comfortably last through the end of the day. On the PC Mark battery test, the handset returned with a score of 14 hours and 14 min.
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iQOO 12 5G Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | December 13, 2023 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| OS Updates | 4 Years |
| Security Updates | 5 Years |
| Custom UI | Funtouch OS |
Performance
(Excellent)
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |||
| Processor | Octa core (3.3 GHz, Single core, Cortex X4 + 3.2 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A720 + 3 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A720 + 2.3 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A520) | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 4 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 750 | |||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | |||
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | |||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.78 inches (17.22 cm) |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 3000 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 1400 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 453 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 89.61 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ Support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 93.43 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 163.22 mm |
| Width | 75.88 mm |
| Thickness | 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 203.7 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Mineral Glass |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP64 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Excellent)
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| OIS | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) SuperMoon |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
8k @30 fps 4k @30 fps Full HD @60 fps |
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| Video Recording Features | Slow Motion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Wide Angle
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Daylight Auto / HDR OFF
Daylight / HDR ON
AI OFF
AI ON
Macro
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps | |||||||
Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Excellent)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 120W Flash Charging, 50% in 10 minutes | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
| Expandable Storage | No |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SAR Value | Head: 1.377 W/kg, Body: 1.276 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/be/ax) 5GHz 6GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
iQOO 12 5G User Reviews
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iQOO 12 5G Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| RAM & Storage | 12 GB RAM + 256 GB 16 GB RAM + 512 GB |
| Display | 6.78", 1260 x 2800 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 50 MP + 64 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
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iQOO 12 5G Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| iQOO 12 5G (12 GB + 256 GB) | ₹49,999 |
| iQOO 12 5G (16 GB + 512 GB) | ₹64,999 |
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