Highlights
- Realme 12 series set to rival Redmi Note 13 with innovative periscope camera.
- Exclusive Flipkart partnership for Realme 12 series launch in India.
- Attractive exchange offer includes Realme Buds Air 5 with 200MP smartphone trade-ins.
- Realme 12 Pro and 12 Pro+ to feature AMOLED displays and 5G support.
Realme is gearing up to introduce its latest Realme 12 series in India, with Flipkart set to be the exclusive online retailer.
The series, succeeding the Realme 11 lineup launched in June 2023, is going to compete with the more recently released Redmi Note 13 lineup.
The biggest highlight for at least one phone in the Realme 12 series is a periscope camera which will be a first for the brand’s signature number series handsets.
Realme 12 Series: Flipkart Page and 200MP Exchange Offer
Previously, Realme ventured into periscope lens technology with the mid-range Realme X3 SuperZoom in 2020.
As mentioned, the upcoming Realme 12 series aims to compete with the Note 13 Pro series, which also recently debuted its 200MP cameras in India.
Realme’s Flipkart page for the 12 series shows the tagline “Beyond 200MP, Periscope Awaits,” and “Coming Soon”.
Reports have pointed out that the Realme 12 series is likely to make a debut by the end of January.
Realme is also offering an attractive deal for potential buyers: those exchanging a 200MP camera smartphone for a new Realme 12 series model will receive a complimentary pair of Realme Buds Air 5, valued at Rs 3,699.
Interested customers can register on Realme’s website to secure this offer.
Realme 12 Series: Expected Specs
The Realme 12 series is expected to include at least two models – the Realme 12 Pro and the 12 Pro+.
The Realme 12 Pro (model number RMX3843) is rumoured to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2,412 x 1,080 pixels, powered by what is believed to be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset.
It’s expected to offer multiple RAM and storage options, ranging from 6GB to 16GB of RAM and 128GB to 1TB of onboard storage.
In terms of camera specifications, the Realme 12 Pro is likely to sport a triple rear camera setup, including a 50MP primary sensor, complemented by 32MP and 8MP sensors.
The front is expected to house a 16MP camera.
The more advanced Realme 12 Pro+ could come with a 64MP primary rear camera, alongside 50MP and 8MP sensors, and a 32MP front camera.
Reports have also said that both models are tipped to be similar in size and weight, with the Pro weighing 190g and the Pro+ slightly heavier at 196g.
Each is expected to measure 161.47mm x 74.02mm x 8.75mm and pack a substantial 5,000mAh battery, along with 5G support.
Realme 12 Specs
GENERAL
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | January 22, 2024(Expected) |
DESIGN
| Bezel less | No |
| Colors | Stone crystal black, Gold |
DISPLAY
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16.7M) |
| Touch | Yes, 360 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2408 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.06:9 |
| PPI | ~ 401 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 90.5% |
| Features | Screen Contrast: 1500:1, Brightness: 400 nit |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
MEMORY
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 6 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 1 TB |
CONNECTIVITY
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| 5G Bands | NR SA: n1/n5/n8/n28A/n41/n78, NR NSA: n41/n77/n78 |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go |
EXTRA
| GPS | Yes, with AGPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, QZSS, GALILEO |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Distance Sensor, Acceleration Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
CAMERA
| Rear Camera | 50 MP f/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP f/2.4 (Macro) f/2.8 (Portrait lens) with autofocus |
| Features | Night Scene, Panorama, Professional Mode, Portrait, HDR, Super Macro, AI Scene Recognition, AI Beauty, Filter, Color Enhancement, Street Shot, Portrait Bokeh Control, Super Text |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 16 MP f/2.1 (Wide Angle) |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
TECHNICAL
| OS | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | realme UI 6.0 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8050 |
| CPU | 3 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1xPrime Core@2.63 GHz & 3xPerformance Cores@2.4 GHz& 4xEfficiency cores@1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno GPU |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
| Yes | |
| Music | MP3, AAC, APE, AMR, WAV, OGG, FLAC, WMA |
| Video | AVI, 3GP, MP4, WMV, MKV, MOV, ASF, FLV |
| FM Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 67W Fast Charging |
FAQs
What is the Realme 12 series and when is it launching?
The Realme 12 series, succeeding the Realme 11, is Realme’s latest smartphone lineup expected to launch by the end of January in India.
It’s set to be available exclusively on Flipkart and is anticipated to include advanced features like a periscope camera.
What are the expected specifications of the Realme 12 Pro and 12 Pro+?
The Realme 12 Pro is likely to boast a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, and a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor.
The Pro+ variant is expected to feature a 64MP primary rear camera and similar display and chipset specifications.
What is the special exchange offer with the Realme 12 series?
Realme is offering a unique deal for customers exchanging a 200MP camera smartphone for a Realme 12 series handset.
They will receive a complimentary pair of Realme Buds Air 5, valued at Rs 3,699.
How does the Realme 12 series compare to its predecessors and competitors?
The Realme 12 series is expected to outperform its predecessors with features like a periscope camera. It’s positioned to compete with the Redmi Note 13 series, especially with its “Beyond 200MP, Periscope Awaits” campaign.
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