realme 12
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Design22
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Rear Camera10
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Front Camera2
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360° View
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UI Screenshot16
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Benchmarks3
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Key Specs
Performance
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MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus -
Octa core (2.2 GHz, Dual Core + 2 GHz, Hexa Core) -
6 GB / 8 GB RAM
Display
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6.72 inches (17.07 cm); IPS LCD -
1080x2400 px (FHD+) -
120 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with punch-hole display
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 108 MP (upto 20x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 2 MP Depth Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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8 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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5000 mAh -
45W Super VOOC Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) -
5G Supported -
128 GB Storage, Expandable upto 2 TB -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Verdict
The Realme 12 is a compelling smartphone for average smartphone users. While it may not outshine its competitors in terms of performance, its price makes it a worthy consideration. The smartphone boasts a beautiful design, likeable daylight cameras, and dependable performance. The viewing experience could have been better.
Pros
- Good design
- Dependable performance for regular usage
- Good daylight cameras
Cons
- Underwhelming lowlight performance
- Pre-installed apps
Design and display
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The Realme 12 design resembles the ‘Plus' variant but without the vegan leather back. The handset boasts a matte finish around the back with flat, glossy edges. While relatively more comfortable to hold, it may not offer a secure grip without the addition of a case. We received the Twilight Purple colour variant for review, which looks quite appealing in real-world settings. The vertical artificial seam and the slightly protruding circular rear camera module add to the overall appeal of the smartphone.
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Cameras
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Camera-wise, the Realme 12 sports a pretty straightforward setup, comprising a 108MP primary sensor paired with a 2MP portrait lens. For selfies, the smartphone features an 8MP camera in the punch-hole at front. There is no jitter in the camera performance in well-lit environments, where it is relatively quick to focus on the subjects. The image quality you get is pretty decent for the price. The colours look punchy and vibrant, giving them a social-media-ready vibe with slight oversaturation. The details and dynamic range are also nice, comparable to its closest rival, the Redmi Note 13. However, it is worth mentioning that the Realme smartphone offers better colour calibration than the Redmi smartphone, which leans towards cooler colour tones.
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Performance and software
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The Realme 12 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB user-expandable storage. Starting with synthetic results, the handset achieves 417,413 on AnTuTu, whereas on Geekbench, it scored 738 and 1,935 on the single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. These scores are on par with its competitors, and so is the real-world performance of the smartphone.
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Battery and charging
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The Realme 12 is equipped with a typical 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. The handset achieves a full charge from roughly 20 percent to 100 percent in 65-70 minutes using the compatible charger, which is provided in the box.
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Verdict
The Realme 12 is a compelling smartphone for average smartphone users. While it may not outshine its competitors in terms of performance, its price makes it a worthy consideration. The smartphone boasts a beautiful design, likeable daylight cameras, and dependable performance. The viewing experience could have been better.
- Good design
- Dependable performance for regular usage
- Good daylight cameras
Pros
- Underwhelming lowlight performance
- Pre-installed apps
Cons
The Realme 12 design resembles the ‘Plus' variant but without the vegan leather back. The handset boasts a matte finish around the back with flat, glossy edges. While relatively more comfortable to hold, it may not offer a secure grip without the addition of a case. We received the Twilight Purple colour variant for review, which looks quite appealing in real-world settings. The vertical artificial seam and the slightly protruding circular rear camera module add to the overall appeal of the smartphone.
Read MoreCamera-wise, the Realme 12 sports a pretty straightforward setup, comprising a 108MP primary sensor paired with a 2MP portrait lens. For selfies, the smartphone features an 8MP camera in the punch-hole at front. There is no jitter in the camera performance in well-lit environments, where it is relatively quick to focus on the subjects. The image quality you get is pretty decent for the price. The colours look punchy and vibrant, giving them a social-media-ready vibe with slight oversaturation. The details and dynamic range are also nice, comparable to its closest rival, the Redmi Note 13. However, it is worth mentioning that the Realme smartphone offers better colour calibration than the Redmi smartphone, which leans towards cooler colour tones.
Read MoreThe Realme 12 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB user-expandable storage. Starting with synthetic results, the handset achieves 417,413 on AnTuTu, whereas on Geekbench, it scored 738 and 1,935 on the single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. These scores are on par with its competitors, and so is the real-world performance of the smartphone.
Read MoreThe Realme 12 is equipped with a typical 5,000mAh battery with 45W fast charging support. The handset achieves a full charge from roughly 20 percent to 100 percent in 65-70 minutes using the compatible charger, which is provided in the box.
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realme 12 Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | March 6, 2024 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | Realme UI |
Performance
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| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus | |||
| Processor | Octa core (2.2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 6 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-G57 MC2 | |||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB | |||
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |||
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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 | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.72 inches (17.07 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 950 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 392 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 86.51 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 91.4 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
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 | 165.6 mm |
| Width | 76.1 mm |
| Thickness | 7.69 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP54 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 12000 x 9000 Pixels | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
20 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
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| Video Recording Features | Dual Video Recording | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rear Camera Samples
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 ON
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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Full HD @30 fps HD @30 fps |
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Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 45W Super VOOC Charging, 50% in 30 minutes | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 2 TB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
Multimedia |
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| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
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realme 12 Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100 Plus |
| RAM & Storage | 6 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 128 GB |
| Display | 6.72", 1080 x 2400 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 108 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
realme 12 Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| realme 12 (6 GB + 128 GB) | ₹16,999 |
| realme 12 (8 GB + 128 GB) | ₹23,990 |
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