The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.0 | 4.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 2.5 | 2.4 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 4.3 |
| Connectivity | 4.8 | 4.6 |
| Battery & charging | 3.9 | 3.0 |
Which one is for you?
Oppo A12, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 4,230 mAh
- against 3,500 mAh
- RAM Capacity
- 4 GB
- against 3 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 64 GB
- against 32 GB
- Weight
- 165 g
- against 186 g
LG K40S, if you care about…
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 233
- against 164
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P22 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.35 GHz Best value | 2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 64 GB Best value | 32 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 113,000 | 76,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 164 | 233 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 744 Best value | 723 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at up to 2.35 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB Best value | 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | DDR4 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v8 | — |
Design
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, Black | Black, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.3 mm Best value | 8.6 mm |
| Body Width | 75.5 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Body Height | 155.9 mm | 156.3 mm |
| Weight | 165 g Best value | 186 g |
| Usable Surface | 82 % Best value | 80.4 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | — |
| Resistance Features | — | MIL-STD-810G |
Battery
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,230 mAh Best value | 3,500 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 10 W | — |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 19:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 450 nits | — |
| Display Diagonal | 6.22″ Best value | 6.1″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,520 px | 1,520 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 270 ppi | 276 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 3, IPS LCD, Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, In-Cell Technology | IPS LCD, Touchscreen |
Sensors
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Rear | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 9 | Android 9 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 9 | 9 |
| Google Services | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Single Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B1, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou Best value | GPS, GLONASS |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, microUSB, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, DLNA, microUSB, USB OTG, USB Charging |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | microUSB |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps Best value | 50 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE | Loudspeaker |
Technical
| Specification | A12 | K40S |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | CPH2083, CPH2077 | LMX430HM, LM-X430 |
