vivo S12

Name: vivo S12
Brand: vivo
Rating: 4.0 (3 reviews)

Added: 12.17.21 | Updated: 03.17.23

Model: S12
Brand: vivo
Rating: 4.00 out of 5 (3 votes)
Price: 390 EUR
Year of manufacture: 2021
Dimensions: 157.2 x 72.4 x 7.4 mm
Weight: 179 g
Chipset: MediaTek MT6891Z Dimensity 1100 5G (6 nm)
Built-in memory: 256GB 8GB RAM
Screen: AMOLED 6.44 inches
Battery: 4200 mAh
Rear camera: Triple, 108MP
Front camera: Dual, 44MP

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Common

Brand and model	vivo S12
Launch date	2021, December 22

Price

First price	390 EUR

Design

Height	6.19 in (157.2 mm)
Width	2.85 in ( 72.4 mm)
Depth	0.29 in ( 7.4 mm)
Weight	6.31 oz (179 grams)
Water resistant
Colors	Black, Blue, Yellow
Case	Buy a case from Amazon

Screen

Technology	AMOLED
Size	6.44 in
Screen Area	100.1 cm²
Resolution	1080 x 2400 px
Points per inch	409 PPI
Color Depth	16M
Ratio (height:width)	20:9
Ratio (screen:body)	88.0%
Additional Features	-90Hz -HDR10+
Screen protector	Buy a screen protector from Amazon

Hardware

Chipset	- MediaTek MT6891Z Dimensity 1100 5G (6 nm)
CPU	- Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	- Mali-G77 MC9

Memory

Internal Memory	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Memory Card Slot	No

Software

Operating System (OS)	Android 12, OriginOS 2.0
User Interface

Main Camera

Number of Cameras	Triple
Specs	-108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52'', PDAF -8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0'', 1.12µm -2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video Recording	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera

Number of Cameras	Dual
Specs	-44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF -8 MP, f/2.3, 105˚ (ultrawide)
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR
Video Recording	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps

Cellular

Bands	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800 -3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1x -4G - LTE -5G - SA/NSA
SIM Card	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC	Yes
USB	USB Type-C, USB On-The-Go

Battery

Capacity	4200 mAh
Type	Li-Po, non-removable
Charging	-Fast charging 44W

Audio

Headphone Jack	No
Radio	No
Others	-24-bit/192kHz audio

Sensors

Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Other specifications

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Performance Benchmark

Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score	609009 (Position 54 out of 1146)
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Geekbench Score

GeekBench 5 Single Core	857 (Position 341 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core	3421 (Position 209 out of 1873)
See the page vivo S12 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 vivo. However, there may be differences in specifications.

Description of the vivo S12 Specs

The vivo S12 is a modern smartphone that was released on December 22, 2021. It comes equipped with a suite of advanced connectivity options, including GSM, CDMA, HSPA, CDMA2000, LTE, and 5G SA/NSA networks, ensuring users can access high-speed Internet and reliable communication wherever they go. It supports dual-SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) functionality, allowing for seamless switching between two different network providers or plans.

On the performance front, the vivo S12 is powered by the MediaTek MT6891Z Dimensity 1100 5G chipset, built on a 6nm process, and includes an octa-core CPU (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) and a Mali-G77 MC9 GPU. These specs underscore the phone's ability to handle multitasking and high-performance applications with ease. The device comes with ample storage options of 256GB and either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, which ensures that users have plenty of space for their apps, photos, and other data.

For photography enthusiasts, the vivo S12 features a triple-camera setup with a 108 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro camera. It supports advanced photography features such as dual-LED flash, HDR, and panorama. In terms of video, it can record up to 4K at 30fps with gyro-EIS for stabilization. The dual selfie cameras—a primary 44 MP wide-angle camera and an 8 MP ultrawide lens—allow for stunning portrait shots and group selfies, also boasting video capabilities up to 4K at 30fps.

This smartphone comes with a non-removable Li-Po 4200mAh battery, supporting fast charging at 44W, which means users can quickly power up their device without waiting around for long. Additionally, the vivo S12 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack but compensates with its high-resolution 24-bit/192kHz audio support for an immersive sound experience.

Other notable features include Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, and a suite of sensors including an optical under-display fingerprint reader, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. The vivo S12 runs on Android 12 with OriginOS 2.0 and weighs 179 grams, with slim dimensions of 157.2 x 72.4 x 7.4 mm. It is available in three color options: Black, Blue, and Yellow.

Discover all the detailed features of the vivo S12 and see how it compares to other models by exploring further down this page. Dive into the specifications that make this device stand out and find the models it's most commonly compared with to make an informed decision about your next smartphone purchase.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does vivo S12 cost?

The price of the vivo S12 varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 390 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the vivo S12 come out?

vivo S12 mobile was launched on in these colors: Black, Blue, Yellow.

What is the size and weight of vivo S12 ?

The vivo S12 has dimensions of Height: 157.2 mm Width: 72.4 mm Thickness: 7.4 mm and weighs approximately 179 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of vivo S12?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.44 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 1080 x 2400 px at a pixel density of 409 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a vivo S12 have?

Device comes with chipset MediaTek MT6891Z Dimensity 1100 5G (6 nm) with processor Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55). vivo S12 is available with internal memory of 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the vivo S12?

The device have a Triple rear camera setup with specs of 108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52'', PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0'', 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) and features like Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama

What are the front camera specs and MP of the vivo S12?

The device comes with Dual front camera setup with specs of 44 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF 8 MP, f/2.3, 105˚ (ultrawide) and features like Dual-LED flash, HDR