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vivo iQOO 12 phone review — specs and Genze score

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
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
Genze total: 8.6/10

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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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8.6 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 9.1/10
Camera 8/10
Body 6.4/10
Gaming 8.9/10
Software 8.2/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.30 GHz BT 5.4 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2023

Updates 4 yr

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
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
Announced 2023, November 07
Status Available. Released 2023, November 14
Dimensions 163.2 x 75.9 x 8.1 mm or 8.4 mm
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
Type LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Size 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~453 ppi density)
OS Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China)
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
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
??? UFS 4.0
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
Features Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS
Single 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide)
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
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
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type 5000 mAh
Charging 120W wired
Colors Black, Red, White (BMW M branding)
Models V2307A
Price About 640 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 1574344 (v9), 2107464 (v10)

GeekBench: 5857 (v5), 6953 (v6)

GFXBench: 102fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
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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