For many of you, the release of the iQOO 12 was definitely not what you anticipated, but what if we told you that its hardware is the finest available in 2024? Once again, the company has succeeded in delivering the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at a price that is reasonable for the hardware at least right out of the box. As a brand, iQOO has expanded and is now recognized as a force with a distinct emphasis on high-performance goods.
The iQOO 12 is a step forward in that regard, and for Rs 52,999, you might rightfully label it as the “flagship killer.” However, we felt that the device’s pricing alone did not justify this stance, so we decided to give it a test run to evaluate what benefits the purchasers would get.
RAW POWER GUARANTEED: Our iQOO 12 came with 512GB of storage and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with up to 16GB of RAM. The smartphone may now function at the best levels available for a significant amount of money thanks to the upgraded chipset beneath the hood. Even though the industry is still in its infancy, the 8 Gen 3’s performance improvements are evident, giving us optimism for 2024 as other businesses prepare to launch their own devices. Returning to the iQOO 12, however, the efficient vapour chamber design allows you to put everything at it, even the most demanding games, and yet have enough battery life to maintain its levels without overheating.
A LOT NEEDED DESIGN Although the POLISH iQOO 11 was a performance-focused gadget as well, its appearance seemed stale; fortunately, this has improved with its replacement. The advancements gained in other disciplines are reflected in the new design language. In addition to providing a firm grip, the rear glass panel and the aluminum frame give it the luxury appearance that buyers in this price range look for. This phone’s squarish camera module makes a distinction and gives it a distinct look from the iQOO 11 from the previous year. Although the layout protrudes a little, it is not a deal breaker per se. The IP64 certification, which is a pleasant addition, is the second benefit of iQOO 12.
The iQOO 12 has an upgraded camera system that consists of a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 64MP telephoto lens. After deciding to combine all the elements, the brand saw benefits in the end. The main camera performs well at taking pictures under all lighting settings, but the 64MP sensor shines when it comes to producing macro shots, and you can tell that it is of high quality while using it for photography. That being said, we believe a software update might address the ultra-wide sensor’s tendency to wash out colors.
Software needs more refinement.
The iQOO 12 is unquestionably a step in the right direction for the company, and some software updates have also been made to the gadget. You can delete the majority of the bloatware that is still on the smartphone, but certain default applications will remain bother you with alerts. Yes, you can turn them all off, but these concerns shouldn’t have arisen in the first place, especially for a flagship-class gadget. According to iQOO, the gadget would receive three years of OS updates, which implies Android 17.
Despite having the newest hardware, THE RELIABLE PERFORMER iQOO 12 is equally concerned with providing you with the most opportunity to use the gadget. With a 5000mAh battery that supports 120W charging straight out of the box along with an adapter included in the package, the phone isn’t unduly weighty. With typical use, the battery lasts for well over a day and is fairly efficient overall. Even after spending several hours gaming, surfing the web, and listening to podcasts, we still had more than 30% of the device’s battery remaining. When your battery is fast-charging, it takes less than 20 minutes to get from 0 to 100.
The stylish, dependable, and performance-rich iQOO 12 receives great marks from us. There isn’t much about the gadget to be dissatisfied with when you take into account the pricing and the whole bundle. You get good raw performance, dependable cameras, long battery life, and Android 14 out of the box. Though you can get rid of most of the bloatware, the cameras may still benefit from some processing adjustments to perform even better.
