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vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£610RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.6

Overall score

Score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

90%

8.6

Technical score

10%

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User score

★Better than 96% of smartphones
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.1

Camera

15%

9.0

Display

15%

8.4

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

★Better than 96% of smartphones
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £610

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Technical Specifications of smartphone vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.1

Camera

15%

9.0

Display

15%

8.4

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

8.6
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

60%

8.6

Overall score

40%

7.3

Price

8.2
Brand name
vivo
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
★ Better than 90% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
RAM capacity
16 GB
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Internal storage
1 GB
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.3 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.3 GHz
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 86.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.6
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.6
â–² Better than 86% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.6 which is wider than that of 86.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
92.2 mm²
Main camera sensor area
92.2 mm²
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 92.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
2.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Screen size
6.78 inches
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 3200 px
Screen resolution
1440x 3200 px
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3200 px which is higher than that of 96% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
518 ppi
Pixel density
518 ppi
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 518 ppi which is higher than that of 95.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Refresh rate
144 Hz
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,100 mAh
Battery capacity
5,100 mAh
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,100 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 59.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Charging speed
120 W
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
164.6 mm
Height
164.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.6 mm which is taller than 65.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
75.4 mm
Width
75.4 mm
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.4 mm which is narrower than 61.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.6 mm
Thickness
8.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.6 mm which is thicker than 65% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
Weight
205 g
Weight
205 g
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 205 g which is heavier than 65.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
98,400 cm³
Device volume
98,400 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 98,400 cm³ which is larger than 54.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
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vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.88x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    92.2 mm²
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    3 x
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB GB
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    120 W
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3200 px
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 5.25x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    16,344
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (16,344 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    16,344 vs 3,115
  • 11.9% better value for money
    vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.21 vs 7.3).
    8.21 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB GB
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 5.25x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    16,344
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (16,344 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    16,344 vs 3,115
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    12.5 W
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.3 GHz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.42x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,280
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,280 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,280 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    3 x 3.15 GHz & 2 x 2.96 GHz & 2 x 2.26 GHz & 1 x 3.3 GHz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    1,536
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    76.6 GB/s
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.78x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    7,034
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (7,034 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    7,034 vs 2,533
  • 3.69x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    4,521
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (4,521 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    4,521 vs 1,226
  • 3x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    12,288 KB
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12288 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,800 MHz
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    24 GB
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    OpenGL version
    3.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 26.2% more transistors
    Number of transistors
    13,000 million
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <5.3k million – >19k million
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Blue Heart Little V, Meeting Assistant, AI Offline Translation, AI Smart Beauty
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2.88x larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    92.2 mm²
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    92.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    3 x
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.2 µm
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.6
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2 & f/2.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a pro camera setup
    Pro camera setup
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    Infrared sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3200 px
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,600 nits
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    3,000 nits
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 31.1% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    518 ppi
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (518 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    518 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    8000000:1
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (8000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    8,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.78 inches
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    300 Hz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    120 W
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    50 W
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 36.8% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    1,075 min
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1075 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,075 min vs 786 min
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    Reverse wireless charging speed
    10 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4.5 W – >10 W
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • 2% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,100 mAh
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5100 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.6 mm narrower
    Width
    75.4 mm
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    900 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.35x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£610 vs £260).
    £610 vs £260
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    L2 cache
    1,000 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 5.44x less popular
    vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.35x more expensive
    vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£610 vs £260).
    £610 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    900 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    L2 cache
    1,000 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.5
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 4.5% heavier
    Weight
    205 g
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (205 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    205 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 mm taller
    Height
    164.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.6 mm vs 163.6 mm

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What we like about vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Extremely powerful performance for gaming and multitasking due to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Q1 gaming chip, ensuring smooth, lag-free operation.
  • Excellent battery life, often lasting a full day even with heavy use.
  • Incredibly fast 120W wired charging that can fully charge the device in under 30 minutes.
  • Stunning 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and high brightness (up to 3000 nits peak), providing vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
  • Versatile and high-quality rear camera system (50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 64MP telephoto) that takes detailed photos in various conditions, including good portrait shots and low-light performance.
  • Premium, minimalistic design and solid build quality with IP64 or IP68 dust and water resistance (depending on the variant).
  • Good value for money, offering flagship-level specs at a competitive price point compared to rivals like the iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

What we don't like about vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB)

  • Lack of wireless charging capability, which is a common feature on many competing flagship phones.
  • Funtouch OS software has some bloatware/pre-installed apps, and some users experience minor bugs, color issues in the stock gallery, or find the UI less refined than stock Android.
  • The front (selfie) camera quality is considered mediocre and lacks sharpness compared to the rear cameras.
  • The in-screen fingerprint sensor is positioned too low on the screen, making it awkward for one-handed use.
  • The audio experience is generally good but some users report a lack of bass or unbalanced stereo sound.
  • Global availability is restricted to select regions in Asia, making it difficult to purchase in some markets like the U.K. or Germany.

Verdict

The vivo iQOO 12 Pro (16GB + 1TB) is a high-performance, gaming-focused flagship smartphone, powered by the top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and an in-house Q1 gaming chip, paired with a massive 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. Its main characteristics include a stunning 6.78-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and an ultra-bright 3000 nits peak brightness, a versatile 50MP (main, OIS) + 64MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom, OIS) + 50MP (ultrawide) rear camera system, and a robust 5100mAh battery. Key pros are its blazing-fast 120W wired and 50W wireless charging support, an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, excellent stereo speakers, and powerful performance that handles demanding games and multitasking with ease. Potential cons include the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack, no support for expandable storage via a microSD card slot, and the front camera being limited to 1080p video recording.

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