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vivo iQOO 12 Specifications
Vivo
Released 2023, Nov 14
12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
- 198.5g or 203.7g, 8.1mm thickness
- Android 14, up to 15, up to 4 maj…
- 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot
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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 | 9.8 | — |
| Display | 9.1 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8 | — |
| Body | 6.4 | — |
| Gaming | 8.9 | — |
| Software | 8.2 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.78"
1260x2800 pixels
64MP
4320p
12/16GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
5000mAh
120W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1x | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - India | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - China | |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2023, November 07 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2023, November 14 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 163.2 x 75.9 x 8.1 mm or 8.4 mm |
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| Weight | 198.5 g or 203.7 g (7.02 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| ??? | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) - China only |
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Display
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Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~453 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520) | |
| GPU | Adreno 750 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 4.0 |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", 1.2??m, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.6, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 15mm, 119?? (ultrawide), AF |
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| Features | Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio Snapdragon Sound |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless (market/region dependent) | |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | 5000 mAh |
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| Charging | 120W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Red, White (BMW M branding) |
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| Models | V2307A | |
| Price | About 640 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 1574344 (v9), 2107464 (v10) GeekBench: 5857 (v5), 6953 (v6) GFXBench: 102fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | 1425 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -25.9 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery | Active use score 13:30h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is vivo iQOO 12 worth buying in 2026?
vivo iQOO 12 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is vivo iQOO 12 good for gaming?
vivo iQOO 12 scores 89/100 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 vivo iQOO 12?
vivo iQOO 12 has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does vivo iQOO 12 have?
vivo iQOO 12 features a 6.78-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is vivo iQOO 12 water resistant?
vivo iQOO 12 is rated IP64. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does vivo iQOO 12 have?
vivo iQOO 12 is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for vivo iQOO 12?
Genze rates vivo iQOO 12 8.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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