The Samsung Galaxy A12 comes in as a
successor to the Samsung Galaxy A11. As a successor, it features a
different chassis design, an improved camera system, bigger storage,
more RAM and lots more. In summary, it packs in features that makes it a
more appreciated smartphone when compared to its predecessor.
Samsung Galaxy A12 Key Specs & Features
- 6.5-inch TFT LCD Display, 720 x 1560 Pixels, 264 PPI
- Octa-core Processor (2.3 GHz, 1.8 GHz)
- 4GB RAM
- Android 10
- 128GB Storage with SD-Card Support
- 48MP + 5MP + 2MP + 2MP Rear Camera
- 8MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE
- Non-Removable 5000mAh Li-Po Battery
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy A12 sets itself aside from its predecessor design
wise. It is one of those smartphones that features an entirely different
design, which may appeal to enthusiats who were really satisfied with
the design on the Samsung Galaxy A11.
The rear of the Galaxy A12
bears a square camera module housing four cameras. Beneath the module is
an LED flash. Moving far down on the rear, is the Samsung branding,
which indicates its a Samsung smartphone.
Upfront, we have got a
6.5-inch TFT display, which is slightly bigger than the 6.4-inch display
on the Galaxy A11. This display bears the same 720 x 1560 resolution as
seen on the A11. However, it has a density of 264 PPI in lieu of 268 as
seen on its predecessor.
Enthusiats who choose to purchase the
Samsung Galaxy A12 will have the four color options that include Black,
White, Red and Blue.
The Cameras
The Cameras on the Samsung Galaxy A12 are one of the biggest upgrades
over the Galaxy A11. Samsung made substantial upgrades that has a high
chance of appealing to enthusiasts who owned the A11 and also
enthusiasts in need of smartphones in this budget range.
For
starters, we have got a quad-rear camera system, bearing higher-res
cameras, as opposed to the triple camera system on the Galaxy A11.
The
rear camera system bears a 48MP primary camera with an aperture of
f/2.0, a 5MP ultrawide camera with an aperture of f/2.2, a 2MP macro
camera with an aperture of f/2.4 and a 2MP depth camera with an aperture
of f/2.4.
Moving upfront, we have got an 8MP front shooter with an aperture of f/2.2. This camera will serve for selfie photos and videos.
Hardware and Software
Similar to how it was with the Samsung Galaxy A11, Samsung didn’t
really give a very substantial info on the processor featured on the
Galaxy A12, however, we do know its an Octa-core processor ranging from
2.3GHz to 1.8GHz.
The Galaxy A12 also offers triple RAM options, that
include 3GB, 4GB and 6GB. For storage, enthusiats will have the option
of selecting either 32GB, 64GB or 128GB. Poweing these components, is a
no-removable 5000mAh battery.
On the software side, the Galaxy A12 runs its user interface ontop of the Android 10 operating system.
Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy A12 features a 3.5mm headphone jack, a USB Type-C port, Bluetooth, Wifi.
Internet connectivity on here is capped at 4G LTE, which means it
isn’t a 5G phone, which means enthusiasts won’t be able to employ 5G for
downloads, uploads and streaming.
Samsung Galaxy A12 Specs
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy A12:
General Features
- Platform: Android 10
- Processor: Octa-core (2.3 GHz, 1.8 GHz)
- GPU: –
- Memory: 3GB / 4GB / 6GB RAM
- Colours: Black, White, Blue, Red
- Dimension: 164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm
- Weight: 205 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM
- SIM Count: Dual-SIM
Display
- Display: 6.5-inch TFT Display, 720 x 1560 Pixels, 19.5:9 Ratio, 264 PPI
- Screen Protection: –
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 48MP (Wide) F/2.0 + 5MP (Ultrawide) F/2.2 + 2MP (Macro) F/2.4 + 2MP (Depth) F/2.4
- Rear Camera Features: LED Flash, Panorama, HDR, 1080p@30fps
- Front Camera: 8 MP Camera, f/2.2, 1080p@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes (microSDXC)
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
- 2G CDMA 1X: –
- 3G WCDMA: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: No
- WLAN: –
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: No
- USB Port: USB Type-C 2.0
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: –
- Push Emails: –
- Email Protocol: Yes
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: –
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: –
- Barometer: –
- SpO2: –
- Pedometer: –
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: –
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Side-Mounted)
- Iris Scanner: –
- Face Unlock: –
- Stylus Pen: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: –
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: –
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: No
- Image Editor: –
- Video Editor: –
- Document Viewer: –
- Document Editor: –
Battery
- Battery: Non-Removable 5000mAh Li-Po Battery
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: –