Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4561)56.4
Performance(#4102)60.3
Camera(#3670)42.4
Display(#3411)70.5
Battery(#4658)43.5
Build(#3379)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HTC Desire 12s
Short Review
- The HTC Desire 12s features a sleek design with dimensions of 154.2 x 72.7 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 150g, available in Black, Silver, and Red.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and 1080p video recording, alongside a 13 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3075 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo), the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the HTC Desire 12s combines essential features in a compact form.
- Its design and performance cater to users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3075 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3075 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.2 x 72.7 x 8.3 mm (6.07 x 2.86 x 0.33 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Silver, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes