
Overall Score
59.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3068)59.3
Performance(#4992)60.3
Camera(#4795)42.4
Display(#5916)70.5
Battery(#2607)58.5
Build(#1791)77.8
Comparisons Featuring vivo Y12s 2021
Short Review
- The vivo Y12s 2021 features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.4 x 76.3 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 191g, incorporating 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.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 chipset, it delivers adequate performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU, supported by 3GB of RAM.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP wide and a 2 MP depth sensor on the rear, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, although charging is limited to 10W and lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 11 with Funtouch 11, the software experience is straightforward.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Mysterious Black and Ice Blue colors.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the vivo Y12s 2021 presents a balanced package for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, May 12
Announced2021, May 12
DescriptionAlso known as vivo Y12G
Display
Size6.51"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
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, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/1.8
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
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
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMysterious Black (Phantom Black), Ice Blue (Glacier Blue)
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Y12s), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (Y12G)
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, Funtouch 11
OS VersionAndroid 11, Funtouch 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes