Vivo announced the launch of the S12 smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering the Vivo S12 phone with 6.44 inches display, Mediatek Dimensity 1100 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.
The Vivo S12 comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.44 inches phone comes with AMOLED display (1080 x 2400 px). The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones.
Vivo S12 specifications
| Brand | Vivo |
|---|---|
| Name | S12 |
| Model | V2162A |
| Release date | 2021 |
Body
The weight of Vivo S12 is about 6.38 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Vivo phone are average (6.19 x 2.85 x 0.3 inches).
| Weight | 6.38 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.19 x 2.85 x 0.3 inches |
| Colors | black, blue, gold |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Vivo S12 comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v11.0 |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek Dimensity 1100 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2.6 GHz Cortex-A78, Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MP9 |
Display
The size of S12 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.44 inches AMOLED display of Vivo S12 with 1080 x 2400 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.44 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Vivo S12 (8 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (128 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 128 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the S12 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 44 + 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 108 + 8 + 2 MP, 12000 x 9000 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Vivo S12 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The S12 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The S12 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G / 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v5.2, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | no |
Battery
The Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of S12 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The S12 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Vivo phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Vivo S12 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gravity, gyroscope, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM, Fast charging |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Vivo S12, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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