Samsung Galaxy A12: specs, release date, camera, screen, size, reviews

Added 11.27.20 | Updated 01.10.24

Key Features of the Samsung Galaxy A12

  • Model: Galaxy A12
  • Brand: Samsung
  • Rating: 4.12 out of 5 (354 votes)
  • Release Date:  November 24, 2020
  • Price: $ 170
  • Processor: Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
  • Storage and memory: 32GB 3GB RAM
  • Screen: PLS IPS 6.5 inc
  • Main Camera:  Quad, 48MP
  • Selfie Camera:  Single, 8MP

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Description of the Samsung Galaxy A12 Specs

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a smartphone that was released by Samsung on November 24, 2020. Boasting a variety of modern features, it supports GSM, HSPA, and LTE network technologies, providing wide coverage and high-speed internet connectivity. For ease of use, it accommodates either a Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) configuration.

Samsung Galaxy A12 Detailed Specifications in Table

Common | Price | Design | Screen | Hardware | Memory | Software | Main Camera | Selfie camera | Cellular | Connectivity | Battery | Audio | Sensors | Performance Benchmark

Samsung Galaxy A12 Release dateCommon

Brand and model

Samsung Galaxy A12

Launch date

24 November 2020

Samsung Galaxy A12 PricePrice

First price

$ 170

Samsung Galaxy A12 dimension, size, weightDesign

Height

6.46 inc (164 mm)

Width

2.98 inc ( 75.8 mm)

Depth

0.35 inc ( 8.9 mm)

Weight

7.23 oz (205 grams)

Build materials

Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame

Water resistant

Colors

Black, White, Blue, Red

Samsung Galaxy A12 screenScreen

Technology PLS IPS
Size

6.5 inc

Screen Area

102.0 cm2

Resolution

720 x 1600 px

Points per inch

270 PPI

Color Depth

16M

Ratio (height:width)

20:9

Ratio (screen:body)

82.1%

Samsung Galaxy A12 ProcessorHardware

Chipset

- Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm)

Processor CPU

- Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)

Graphics processor GPU

- PowerVR GE8320

Samsung Galaxy A12 Memory and storageMemory

Internal Memory

32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM

Memory Card Slot

microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Samsung Galaxy A12 SoftwareSoftware

Operating System (OS)

Android 10

User Interface

Samsung Galaxy A12 main camera specsMain Camera

Number of Cameras

Quad

Specs

-48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF
-5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide)
-2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
-2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)

Features

LED flash, panorama, HDR

Video Recording 1080p@30fps
DxOMark Rating90 (Position 239 out of 296)
DxOMark Photos96
DxOMark Video80

Samsung Galaxy A12 selfie camera specsSelfie camera

Number of Cameras

Single

Specs

-8 MP, f/2.2

Video Recording 1080p@30fps

Samsung Galaxy A12 Cellular BandsCellular

Bands GSM / HSPA / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM only)
-3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
-4G - LTE
SIM Card Single SIM (Nano-SIM)Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
SAR EU 0.67 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body)

Samsung Galaxy A12 wifi bluetooth gps nfcConnectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC Yes (market/region dependent)
USB USB Type-C 2.0

Samsung Galaxy A12 Battery type and CapacityBattery

Capacity

5000 mAh

Type

Li-Po, non-removable

Charging

-Fast charging 15W

Samsung Galaxy A12 sound and multimediaAudio

Headphone Jack Yes
Radio FM radio, RDS, recording

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer

Other specifications

Others

Performance Benchmark

Samsung Galaxy A12 antutu score Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score103760 (Position 884 out of 1145)

See the page Samsung Galaxy A12 Antutu where you will find details about the Antutu result of the device, rankings, and similar models

Samsung Galaxy A12 geekbench ScoreGeekbench Score

GeekBench 6 Single Core158 (Position 563 out of 565)
GeekBench 6 Multi Core691 (Position 536 out of 564)
GeekBench 5 Single Core158 (Position 1552 out of 1887)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core930 (Position 1361 out of 1876)

See the page Samsung Galaxy A12 Geekbench where you will find details about the Geekbench result of the device, rankings, and similar models.

Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Samsung. However, there may be differences in specifications.

*Source of data https://www.samsung.com/sg/smartphones/galaxy-a/galaxy-a12-black-128gb-sm-a127fzkhxsp/


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Samsung Galaxy A12 Reviews and Opinions

Rate this smartphone
4.12 / 5
(354)

Pros:
  • Matte finish with a unique texture
  • One UI 3.1 offers a good user experience
  • Solid 48MP main camera
  • Exceptional battery life, lasting up to two days between charges
  • Consistent long-term software support from Samsung
  • Affordable price point
  • Nice build quality with solid-feeling plastics
  • Ultra-wide camera is a plus for the price range
Cons:
  • Weak macro and ultra-wide camera performance
  • Underpowered Helio P35 chipset can lead to laggy performance
  • Preloaded bloatware and overlapping apps
  • Slow charging experience
  • No night mode or video stabilization
  • Display resolution limited to 720p and poor viewing angles
  • Large display may be too big for some users' preferences

Sandra Parker
Owner

2022-03-29 01:04:06
(+1)

This phone has frozen up since day one...

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Samsung Galaxy A12 cost?

The price of the Samsung Galaxy A12 varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at $ 170. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Samsung Galaxy A12 come out?

Samsung Galaxy A12 mobile was launched on November 24, 2020 in these colors: Black, White, Blue, Red.

What is the size and weight of Samsung Galaxy A12 ?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 has dimensions of Height: 164 mm Width: 75.8 mm Thickness: 8.9 mm and weighs approximately 205 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Samsung Galaxy A12?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.5 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 720 x 1600 px at a pixel density of 270 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Samsung Galaxy A12 have?

Device comes with chipset Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm) with processor Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53). Samsung Galaxy A12 is available with internal memory of 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Samsung Galaxy A12?

The device have a Quad rear camera setup with specs of 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF 5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) and features like LED flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Samsung Galaxy A12?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 8 MP, f/2.2 and features like