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Lenovo K12 (China)#2943

Released: 2020, December 09

Lenovo K12 (China)

Overall Score

59.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2943)59.5
Performance(#3027)62.5
Camera(#2876)44.1
Display(#3690)70.5
Battery(#1898)58.5
Build(#10568)68.8

Comparisons Featuring Lenovo K12 (China)

Short Review

  • The Lenovo K12 features a solid build with dimensions of 165.2 x 75.7 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 200g, available in Navy Blue and Gray.
  • Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent visuals at around 270 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 chipset, the phone delivers satisfactory performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU, complemented by 4GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera setup includes a 48 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The device is equipped with a robust 5000 mAh battery, supporting 10W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 10, the software experience is straightforward, though it does not feature stereo speakers.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The presence of a headphone jack is a plus for audio enthusiasts.
  • Overall, the Lenovo K12 combines essential features in a practical design, making it a functional choice for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2020, December 09
Announced2020, December 09
DescriptionAlso known as Lenovo Music Lemon K12

Display

Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 240 & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 240)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired2.5W reverse wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions165.2 x 75.7 x 9.2 mm (6.50 x 2.98 x 0.36 in)
Weight200 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNavy Blue, Gray
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 10
OS VersionAndroid 10

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes