Overall Score
42.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3314)42.0
Performance(#3672)65.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3777)52.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The vivo Y12a features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.4 x 76.3 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 191 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.51-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent visuals at approximately 270 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 chipset and an octa-core CPU, the performance is adequate for everyday tasks, supported by 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 13 MP primary sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 10W charging but no wireless charging option.
- Running on Android 11 with Funtouch 11, the software experience is user-friendly, although it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Phantom Black and Glacier Blue colors, offering a modern aesthetic.
- Overall, the vivo Y12a is a functional smartphone with essential features for typical users.
- Special features include a headphone jack and OTG support via microUSB.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, June 21
Announced2021, June 21
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.51"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM439 Snapdragon 439 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.45 GHz Cortex A53)
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, Panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/1.8
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.4 x 76.3 x 8.4 mm (6.47 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Weight191 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsPhantom Black, Glacier Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, Funtouch 11
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass