iQOO 12 Review: Should You Buy in 10 Points
Robin John
The iQOO 12 looks great in Legend colour, which made several people in Jaisalmer's market ask about the phone. The Alpha colour is nice too but lacks BMW M Motorsport's tri-colour stripes.
Design
The iQOO 12 has a lower resolution than its predecessor, but the 144Hz display ensures a smooth experience. You can also choose a lower refresh rate for better battery life.
Display
The iQOO 12 is India's first phone to feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It's quite smooth for everyday usage, without any lags. Gaming is effortless; you can play BGMI and Call of Duty: Mobile at the highest settings.
Performance
The iQOO 12 runs on FunTouch OS 14, based on Android 14 —making it the first non-pixel device to come with the latest from Android. And, the best part is it does not come with any sort of bloatware.
UI
The iQOO 12's upgraded triple-camera setup, includes a stand-out periscope telephoto camera for reliable and impressive photography.
Camera
The iQOO 12 handles the battery and charging department with ease. The 5,000mAh battery inside managed to get a maximum of six hours of screen time.
Battery
iQOO 12 excels with sleek design, top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for gaming, improved camera, and solid battery life, making it a great deal.
Verdict
- Striking design - No-bloat Android 14 experience - Good camera setup - Very well priced
What is Good?
- Very slippery back panel - Inconsistency in the camera output
What is Bad?
- OnePlus 11 - Samsung Galaxy S23 FE - iPhone 13
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