The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 2.2 | 2.5 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Connectivity | 4.9 | 4.8 |
| Battery & charging | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Which one is for you?
Oppo A12, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 113,000
- against 103,111
- RAM Capacity
- 4 GB
- against 3 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 64 GB
- against 32 GB
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 |
| 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 | 2.35 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 103,111 | 113,000 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 164 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 744 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.35 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores at up to 2.35 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.8 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 3 GB | 4 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | — | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v8 | v8 |
Design
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, Silver | Blue, Black |
| Body Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Body Height | 155.9 mm | 155.9 mm |
| Weight | 165 g | 165 g |
| Usable Surface | 81.5 % | 82 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
Battery
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,230 mAh | 4,230 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 19:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 450 nits | 450 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.2″ | 6.22″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,520 px | 1,520 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 271 ppi Best value | 270 ppi |
| 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 | Gorilla Glass 3, IPS LCD, Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, In-Cell Technology |
Sensors
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Rear | Rear |
Sensor
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor |
Software
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 9 | Android 9 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 9 | 9 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA B2, 2G CDMA B3, 2G CDMA B5, 2G CDMA B8, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 850, 3G UMTS 900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 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 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Host, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, microUSB, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | — | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, HID | A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | A12s | A12 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | CPH2083, CPH2077 |
