Overall Score
65.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#983)65.0
Performance(#1821)83.4
Camera(#102)98.0
Display(#1602)81.3
Battery(#4064)26.6
Build(#1223)77.0
Connectivity(#1801)68.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring HTC U12+
Short Review
- The HTC U12+ features a premium design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, and is available in several colors.
- Its 6.0-inch Super LCD6 display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels with HDR10 support, providing vibrant visuals and a pixel density of approximately 537 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 12 MP main sensor and a 16 MP secondary sensor, capable of 4K video recording and featuring optical image stabilization.
- The 3500 mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running Android 8.0 with Sense UI, it is upgradable to Android 9.0, offering a smooth user experience.
- Notably, the device includes stereo speakers for enhanced audio output but does not have a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options are robust, featuring Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The phone's weight is 188 grams, and its dimensions are 156.6 x 73.9 x 8.7 mm.
- Overall, the HTC U12+ combines solid build quality with impressive specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, June 29
Announced2018, May 23
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6"
TypeSuper LCD6, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~537 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS16 MP (12 MP effective), f/2.6, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, panorama
Video Recording4K@60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), HDR, 24-bit/96kHz stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3, 50% in 35 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.6 x 73.9 x 8.7 mm (6.17 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsTranslucent Blue, Ceramic Black, Flame Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), Sense UI
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass