iQOO 12
SD8 Gen 3 flagship with a 64 MP periscope and 120 W.
The iQOO 12 is a flagship iQOO smartphone released Nov 2023, with a launch price of $600. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with a 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.68 main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 84/100 — A periscope gaming flagship. Standout strengths: sd8 gen 3 + 64 mp 3× periscope. and 120 w charging + 3,000-nit panel. Main trade-off: ip64 only.
A periscope gaming flagship.
iQOO 12 pairs the SD8 Gen 3 with a 64 MP 3× periscope, a gaming co-processor and 120 W charging at $600 — flagship performance and zoom for less than the big names.
Read the full review- SD8 Gen 3 + 64 MP 3× periscope.
- 120 W charging + 3,000-nit panel.
- Gaming Q1 chip + 144 Hz.
- Strong value at $600.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the iQOO 12 compares
| iQOO 12 | iPhone 14 Pro Max | iQOO 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 84 | 84 | 84 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Apple A16 Bionic | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.78" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.68 | 48 MP · f/1.78 | 50 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,323 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Launch price | $600 | $1,099 | $680 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iQOO 12 released?
The iQOO 12 was released in Nov 2023.
How much does the iQOO 12 cost?
The iQOO 12 launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iQOO 12 screen size and type?
The iQOO 12 has a 6.78" AMOLED 144 Hz display, reaching up to 3,000 nits peak brightness.
What chipset does the iQOO 12 use?
The iQOO 12 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iQOO 12 have?
The iQOO 12 ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iQOO 12 battery capacity?
The iQOO 12 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the iQOO 12 charge?
The iQOO 12 supports 120 W wired charging.
What is the iQOO 12 main camera?
The iQOO 12 has a 50 MP · f/1.68 main camera.
Does the iQOO 12 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the iQOO 12 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 64 MP OmniVision, 3× optical, OIS.
Does the iQOO 12 have 5G?
The iQOO 12 supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the iQOO 12 waterproof?
The iQOO 12 is rated IP64 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the iQOO 12 get software updates?
The iQOO 12 update policy: 3 major OS.
How much does the iQOO 12 weigh?
The iQOO 12 weighs 199 g.
What colours does the iQOO 12 come in?
The iQOO 12 is available in 2 colours: Legend (BMW M), Alpha Black.
Is the iQOO 12 worth buying?
iQOO 12 pairs the SD8 Gen 3 with a 64 MP 3× periscope, a gaming co-processor and 120 W charging at $600 — flagship performance and zoom for less than the big names. SpecEagle gives the iQOO 12 an editorial score of 84/100.
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