Overall Score
61.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#2281)61.3
Performance(#3551)62.5
Camera(#2412)44.9
Display(#2771)72.5
Battery(#1129)63.5
Build(#2437)72.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy F12
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy F12 features a practical design with dimensions of 164 x 75.9 x 9.7 mm and a weight of 221g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.5-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Exynos 850 chipset, it has an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 GPU, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 48 MP main sensor, complemented by a 5 MP ultrawide, 2 MP macro, and 2 MP depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- With a substantial 6000mAh battery, it supports 15W charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day.
- The device runs on Android 11, upgradeable to Android 13 with One UI 5, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C 2.0, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in Sea Green, Sky Blue, and Celestial Black colors.
- It includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy F12 balances essential features with solid performance and battery life.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, April 05
Announced2021, April 05
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypePLS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetExynos 850 (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity6000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 6000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164 x 75.9 x 9.7 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.38 in)
Weight221 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSea Green, Sky Blue, Celestial Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes