Overall Score
55.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#1774)55.1
Performance(#910)89.1
Camera(#1360)64.4
Display(#1110)85.2
Battery(#3241)29.5
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#859)83.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring vivo S12
Short Review
- The vivo S12 features a sleek design with dimensions of 157.2 x 72.4 x 7.4 mm and a weight of 179 grams, available in Black, Blue, and Yellow.
- It sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support, providing vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1100 chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 128GB or 256GB of storage paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 108 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The battery capacity stands at 4200 mAh, supporting 44W fast charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11 with OriginOS Ocean, the software experience is smooth and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Overall, the vivo S12 combines a stylish design with impressive specifications, making it a compelling choice for users seeking performance and camera quality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, December 22
Announced2021, December 22
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.44"
TypeAMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 1100 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G77 MC9
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery Details4200 mAh
Charging Details44W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions157.2 x 72.4 x 7.4 or 7.6 mm
Weight179 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Yellow
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, OriginOS Ocean
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass