Overall Score
45.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2862)45.6
Performance(#3540)67.1
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#5177)43.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Nokia C12
Short Review
- The Nokia C12 features a sleek design with dimensions of 160.6 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm and a weight of 177.4g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back with a plastic frame.
- Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 278 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Unisoc SC9863A1 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, ensuring basic multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front camera, suitable for everyday photography.
- Battery life is supported by a 3000mAh capacity, but it does not offer fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 12 (Go edition), optimized for lower-end hardware, enhancing performance and efficiency.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Available colors are Dark Cyan, Charcoal, and Light Mint, providing some aesthetic variety.
- Overall, the Nokia C12 is designed for essential smartphone functions without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, January 18
Announced2023, January 18
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~278 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A1 (22 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotUnspecified
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie Video720p
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions160.6 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm (6.32 x 2.93 x 0.35 in)
Weight177.4 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsDark Cyan, Charcoal, Light Mint
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 12 (Go edition)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity