OPPO has added a new device in its budget A-series of smartphones with the new OPPO A12.
Just like the Find X2 Lite, the OPPO A12 was discreetly announced almost at the same time. This thing has all the usual specs and features that you can expect on an entry-level smartphone, but with an interestingly familiar design.
OPPO borrowed the diamond cut design of the Realme C2 from last year. But unlike the former, we have the OPPO logo on the middle and a fingerprint scanner on top of it.
The dual-camera setup is also back here. The 13-megapixel primary shooter and 2-megapixel depth-sensor or on a vertical orientation, with the LED flash sitting beside them.
On the front, we have a 6.22-inch HD+ IPS screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. There’s a waterdrop notch on the top for the 5-megapixel selfie camera.
It’s obvious that this device is aimed to compete in the sub-Php5k price segment. However, compared to devices like the Realme C3 that comes with an Helio G70 chipset, the MediaTek Helio P35 processor on the OPPO A12 feels outdated and underwhelming.
The A12 also ruins on outdated ColorOS 6.1.2, instead of the newer ColorOS 7. Hopefully, it gets updated soon.
On the upside, the device comes with a relatively large 4,230mAh battery. Although, you’d be charging it using a dated microUSB cable.
The OPPO A12 is available in Indonesia for IDR2,499,000 (~Php8,200). Its pricing and availability in the Philippines are yet to be revealed.
OPPO A12 Specs
- Android 9, ColorOS 6.1.2
- Dual SIM, Dual Standby
- 6.22-inch HD+ IPS display, 1520 x 720 pixel resolution, ~270ppi
- Corning Gorilla Glass 3
- 2.3GHz MediaTek Helio P35 octa-core processor
- 3GB/4GB RAM
- IMG GE8320 GPU
- 32GB/64GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 256GB
- 5-megapixel front camera, f/2.4
- 13-megapixel (f/2.2) + 2-megapixel (depth sensor) rear cameras, LED flash
- Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
- DIRAC
- HSPA+, 4G LTE
- WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
- Bluetooth 5.0
- GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
- microUSB
- Dimensions: 155.9 x 75.5 x 8.3mm
- Weight: 165g
- Colors: Black, Blue
- 4,230mAh non-removable battery
Great article! The OPPO A12 looks like an impressive budget option with its specs and design. I’m particularly interested in the battery life and camera performance. Thanks for the detailed info!
Great review! The OPPO A12 looks like a solid budget option with impressive specs. I’m particularly interested in the camera quality and battery life. Does anyone know when it will be available in stores?
Great overview of the OPPO A12! The specs look impressive for the price point, especially with that battery capacity. I’m curious to know how it performs in real-world usage, especially in gaming. Looking forward to more reviews!
Great overview of the OPPO A12! The specs seem solid for the price, especially for those of us looking for a budget-friendly option. I’m particularly interested in the battery life and camera performance. Looking forward to seeing it available in stores!
Great overview of the OPPO A12! I love the design and the camera specs seem impressive for the price. Can’t wait to see how it performs in real-life usage. Thanks for the detailed information!
Thanks for the detailed breakdown of the OPPO A12! The specs look impressive for its price range, especially the dual-camera setup and the large battery. I’m curious to see how it performs in real-world usage. Any word on the first reviews coming in?
Great breakdown of the OPPO A12! The specs look impressive for the price, especially the battery life. I’m curious about how it performs in real-life usage, particularly for gaming. Looking forward to hearing more user experiences!
Great review! The OPPO A12 seems like a solid budget option with those specs. I’m particularly impressed with the battery life and camera features at this price point. Excited to see how it performs in real-world usage!
Great to see the detailed specs of the OPPO A12! It looks like a solid choice for budget-conscious users. I’m particularly impressed with the battery life. Any insights on how it performs in real-world usage?