Vivo

Vivo Y12s (2020)

Android OS v10.0
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765
PowerVR GE8320
3 GB / 32 GB
6.51 inch (720 x 1600 px)
13 + 8 + 2 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus

The manufacturer offers this phone with a 6.51 inch IPS display, a Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 SoC, and 3 GB of RAM.

Is this phone a good value for its price? My review aims to answer that question by the end.

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This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Vivo Y12s smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device.

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Vivo Y12s specifications

BrandVivo
NameY12s
ModelY12S
Release date2020

Weight, dimensions, colors

Weight6.74 oz
Dimensions6.47 x 3 x 0.33 inch
Colorsblack, blue
SIM typeNano SIM

The weight of Vivo Y12s is about 6.74 oz with battery. This is average for smartphones of the same size. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a small chipcard for a subscriber identity module (SIM).

System, chipset, performance

OS versionAndroid OS v10.0
SoCMediatek Helio P35 MT6765
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.3 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320

The Vivo Y12s comes with Android OS v10.0 out of the box. Google has integrated many services with Android. These include Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive. It's a powerful Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 octa-core processor. It can handle complex tasks and run many applications. PowerVR GPUs have a reputation for being power-efficient and delivering strong performance.

Display type, size, resolution

Display typeIPS
Screen size6.51 inch
Resolution720 x 1600 px
Multitouch supportyes

The 6.51 inch IPS display has better features. These include optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, and unchanging color reproduction. The 6.51 inch display should be big enough for our needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether we're reading, browsing, or watching. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.

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Memory, storage

RAM3 GB
Internal storage32 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

The smartphone has 3 GB of RAM. It can run many apps at once without much lag or slowness. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. Generally, a smartphone should have a minimum of 32 GB of internal storage. The Y12s has 32 GB. We can expand the internal storage (32 GB) with a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

Main camera13 + 8 + 2 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus
FlashLED
Selfie camera8 MP

Multiple cameras or depth sensors can help the smartphone. They can make its portrait mode effects more appealing. The Y12s does not have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Connectivity, network, wireless

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Headphone3.5 mm jack

The Vivo Y12s supports 4G/LTE networks. This phone like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Y12s smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS. The phone isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful. The 3.5 mm headphone jack allows us to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery type, capacity, charger

TypeLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable

The Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery. It does not need periodic full discharge. The battery of Y12s isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features, sensors, specials

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The Y12s phone has a fingerprint scanner. The light sensor detects the level of light in the environment. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Vivo phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

Pros

  • appropriate screen size
  • microSD slot
  • multicamera setup
  • good battery
  • Dual SIM support

Cons

  • no OIS function
  • no 5G support
  • no NFC feature
  • no Type-C USB port
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Lucas Bradley I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.
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