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HTC U12 life Specifications
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Released 2018, Aug 15
4 / 6 GB RAM · Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
- 175g, 8.3mm thickness
- Android 8.1
- 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 7 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 5.4 | — |
| Camera | 4.5 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 5.2 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.0"
1080x2160 pixels
16MP
2160p
4/6GB RAM
Snapdragon 636
3600mAh
10W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 32, 38, 40, 66 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2018, August. Released 2018, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 158.5 x 75.4 x 8.3 mm (6.24 x 2.97 x 0.33 in) |
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| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 6.0 inches, 92.9 cm2 (~77.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | |
| GPU | Adreno 509 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.1 |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF Auxiliary lens |
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 13 MP, f/2.0 |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 10W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Moonlight Blue, Twilight Purple |
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| Models | U12 life, 2Q6E1 | |
| Price | About 230 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is HTC U12 life worth buying in 2026?
HTC U12 life is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is HTC U12 life good for gaming?
HTC U12 life scores 52/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of HTC U12 life?
HTC U12 life has a 3,600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does HTC U12 life have?
HTC U12 life features a 6.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does HTC U12 life have?
HTC U12 life is available with 4 / 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for HTC U12 life?
Genze rates HTC U12 life 5.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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