GENERAL |
|
Brand |
Samsung |
Model |
Galaxy A12 (India) |
Status |
Available |
Release Date |
12 August 2021 |
Operating System |
Android 11, One UI 3.1 |
SIM |
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Networks |
2G, 3G, 4G |
Body and Dimensions |
|
Height |
164 mm |
Width |
75.8 mm |
Thickness |
8.9 mm |
Weight |
205 g (7.23 oz) |
Colors |
Black, Blue, White |
Display |
|
Screen type |
PLS LCD |
Screen Size |
6.5 inches |
Screen Resolution |
720 x 1600 pixels |
Aspect Radio |
20:9 |
Pixel Density |
270 PPI |
screen-to-body ratio |
82.1% |
Hardware |
|
Chipset |
Exynos 850 (8nm) |
CPU |
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU |
Mali-G52 |
RAM and Storage |
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Card Slot |
microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Primary Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Quad |
Lens |
48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF |
Features |
LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Front Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
8 MP, f/2.2 |
Features |
- |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Connectivity |
|
USB |
USB Type-C 2.0 |
NFC |
No |
Radio |
FM radio, RDS, recording |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Loudspeaker |
Yes, with stereo speakers |
Sensors |
|
Fingerprint |
Side-mounted |
Other Sensors |
Accelerometer |
Battery |
|
Type |
Li-Po, Non removable |
Capacity |
5000 mAh |
Fast Charger |
15W wired |
Network |
|
2G Band |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM only) |
3G Band |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
4G Band |
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
Speed |
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
Hotspot |
Yes |
The device features a 6.5-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. While the display may not offer the highest resolution, it provides satisfactory visuals for regular tasks such as browsing, social media, and basic multimedia consumption.
Under the hood, the Galaxy A12 (India) is powered by the Exynos 850 chipset, featuring an octa-core processor with four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz. The Mali-G52 GPU handles graphics, delivering decent performance for day-to-day tasks and light gaming.
The phone is available in multiple configurations, ranging from 4GB to 6GB of RAM, and storage options of 64GB or 128GB. Moreover, there is a dedicated microSDXC card slot, allowing users to expand the storage further as needed to accommodate more apps, photos, and videos.
In terms of photography, the Galaxy A12 (India) features a quad-camera setup on the back. The 48 MP primary lens captures sharp and detailed images, while the 5 MP ultrawide lens offers a wider perspective for group shots and scenic landscapes. Additionally, the 2 MP macro and 2 MP depth sensors add versatility to the photography experience, enabling users to experiment with creative effects.
For selfies and video calls, the phone houses an 8 MP front camera, delivering decent image quality for everyday use.
One of the strengths of the Galaxy A12 (India) is its substantial 5000 mAh battery capacity, providing excellent battery life for extended usage on a single charge.