Realme 12 Pro+

Realme Jan 29, 2024

Overview

The Realme 12 Pro+ is a 2024 smartphone from Realme. It features a 6.7" AMOLED display with 1080 x 2412 px resolution (394 ppi pixel density), offering a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 (SM-7435AB) (4 nm process) with 4x 2.4GHz Cortex-78 cores and 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-55 cores, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM RAM and Adreno 710 GPU. The camera system features a 50MP Standard main sensor with f/1.8 aperture, accompanied by 8MP Wide Angle + Macro and 64MP Telephoto lens, plus a 32MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 5000 mAh Li-Polymer battery with 67W fast charging. The phone runs on Android 14. Available in multiple configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage. Color options include Submarine Blue, Navigator Beige, Explorer Red.

Realme 12 Pro+ Review

The Realme 12 Pro+ is a mid-range smartphone released on January 29, 2024. It presents a combination of features aimed at providing a balanced user experience.

Build Quality

The device measures 161.5 mm in height, 74 mm in width, and 8.8 mm in depth, with a weight of 196 grams. These dimensions result in a device that feels substantial without being overly bulky. It features a curved 3D glass screen with a hole-punch notch for the front-facing camera, and comes in Submarine Blue, Navigator Beige, and Explorer Red color options. The build incorporates a fingerprint sensor embedded under the display, contributing to a streamlined aesthetic. The phone incorporates a cooling system, but there are no dedicated gaming buttons present.

Screen Quality

The Realme 12 Pro+ boasts a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2412 x 1080 pixels, yielding a pixel density of 394 ppi. The display supports 1 billion colors and a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals and vibrant color reproduction. It has a peak brightness of 950 nits and offers HDR support for enhanced viewing experience. The screen includes a 240 Hz touch sampling rate, DCI-P3 color gamut, and scratch-resistant properties, enhancing both usability and durability. It lacks LTPO technology.

Camera Performance

The camera system is a major highlight of the Realme 12 Pro+. The rear setup includes a 50MP main camera using a Sony IMX890 sensor, an 8MP wide-angle/macro lens using a Hynix HI-846 sensor, and a 64MP telephoto lens with an Omnivision OV64B sensor, offering a versatile array of shooting options. The main sensor features optical image stabilization (OIS). The telephoto lens offers 3x optical zoom and up to 120x digital zoom. The front-facing camera is a 32MP Sony IMX615 sensor. The rear camera is capable of capturing 4K video at 30fps with electronic image stabilization (EIS) and 1080p videos up to 120fps, all with EIS support. The camera app also provides features such as autofocus, touch focus, phase detection autofocus (PDAF), HDR, panorama, and RAW capture.

Software Experience

The Realme 12 Pro+ ships with Android 14, providing a modern user interface and features. The operating system is paired with Realme's custom skin. The phone supports NFC.

Battery Performance

A 5000mAh battery powers the Realme 12 Pro+. It supports 67W fast charging, allowing for quick battery replenishment. The battery is non-removable, but the device does not support wireless charging.

Value for Money

The Realme 12 Pro+ is positioned in the medium price range. Prices for the 8GB/256GB version range from $443.19 to $534.98 depending on the specific retailer. The available versions also include options for 8GB/128GB (India only), 12GB/256GB, and 12GB/512GB (all international) offering choices based on individual needs. This price point reflects a balance between premium features like the camera system and the high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, placing it as a competitive option in the mid-range segment.

Basic Information

Realme 12 Pro+
BrandRealme
ModelRealme 12 Pro+
Launch DateMonday, January 29, 2024
Release Year2024
Dimensions161.5 × 74 × 8.8 mm
Weight196 g
Volume105.17 cm³
Available Colors
  • Submarine Blue
  • Navigator Beige
  • Explorer Red

Realme 12 Pro+ was released on Monday, January 29, 2024. The phone measures 161.5 × 74 × 8.8 mm with a volume of 105.17 cm³ and weighs 196g. It features a 6.7" AMOLED display with 1080 x 2412 px resolution (394 ppi pixel density) and 120 HzHz refresh rate. The device is available in the following colors: Submarine Blue, Navigator Beige, Explorer Red.

Display

Size6.7"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2412 px
Pixel Density394 ppi
Aspect Ratio20:9
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Brightness
Contrast Ratio5000000:1
HDR SupportNo
ProtectionN/A
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Touch sampling rate 240 Hz
  • DCI-P3
  • 10 Bits panel
  • Scratch resistant
  • Dual Edge display
  • 3D curved glass screen
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Frameless

The Realme 12 Pro+ features a 6.7" AMOLED display with 1080 x 2412 px resolution (394 ppi pixel density) in 20:9 aspect ratio. It delivers smooth 120 Hz refresh rate and impressive 5000000:1 contrast ratio. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, touch sampling rate 240 hz, multi-touch. Technical capabilities include dci-p3, 10 bits panel, dual edge display, 3d curved glass screen, capacitive, frameless. Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Fingerprint (under display)
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Realme 12 Pro+ features fingerprint (under display). Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass.

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
TypeLi-Polymer
Fast Charging67W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Non-removable
Additional InfoN/A

The Realme 12 Pro+ is equipped with a 5000 mAh Li-Polymer battery. It features fast charging at 67W. The battery system includes non-removable.

Hardware

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 (SM-7435AB)
CPU
  • 4x 2.4GHz Cortex-78
  • 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-55
Processor Details
  • processor type: Octa-Core
  • production process: 4 nm
  • max freq: 2.4 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPUAdreno 710
RAM & Storage8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB UFS Storage 3.1
Realme 12 Pro+ Versions:
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 512GB Storage
AnTuTu Score603,400 (v10)
Additional FeaturesCooling System
Sensors
  • Fingerprint
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Geomagnetic
Audio Features
  • Dolby Atmos
  • Hi-Res Audio
  • Noise cancellation microphone
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 2 microphones
SD Card SlotNo
Battery5000 mAh

The Realme 12 Pro+ is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 (SM-7435AB) built on 4 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. The processor features 4x 2.4GHz Cortex-78 and 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-55. Graphics processing is handled by Adreno 710. The device comes with 8GB RAM (LPDDR4X RAM) and 256GB storage (UFS Storage 3.1). In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 603,400 points. Audio capabilities include Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone. The Realme 12 Pro+ features advanced cooling system. Integrated sensors include Fingerprint, Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer. The device is powered by a 5000 mAh battery. The Realme 12 Pro+ is available in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 512GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Wi-Fi Display
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • APT-x
  • LDAC
  • SBC
  • AAC
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Beidou
  • QZSS
  • Galileo
  • BeiDou (B1)
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n5 (850)
  • n7 (2600)
  • n8 (900)
  • n20 (800)
  • n28b (700)
  • n28a (700)
  • n38 (2600)
  • n40 (2300)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n66 (1700)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B13 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B28b (700)
  • B28a (700)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B66 (1700/2100)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
  • B19 (800)

2G

  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB OTG
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Realme 12 Pro+ supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with features like Dual band, Hotspot, Direct, Display, MiMO. The Realme 12 Pro+ comes with Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), LE (Low Energy), APT-x, LDAC, SBC, AAC. For cellular connectivity, the Realme 12 Pro+ uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM). The Realme 12 Pro+ features Charging, Mass Storage, OTG, USB Type-C connectivity. The Realme 12 Pro+ includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Realme 12 Pro+ supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 4K
  • 1080p
Frame Rates
  • 30fps
  • 60fps
  • 120fps
Video Features
  • EIS

The Realme 12 Pro+ features a 3-camera setup with a 50MP Standard main sensor (f/1.8) of 1/1.56" size and 1.00 µm pixel size. The Realme 12 Pro+ also includes a 8MP Wide Angle + Macro (f/2.2) and a 64MP Telephoto lens (f/2.6). For selfies, the Realme 12 Pro+ uses a 32MP front camera with f/2.4 aperture featuring 1/2.74" sensor size and 0.80 µm pixel size. The Realme 12 Pro+'s camera system includes 4K Video, Digital zoom, Optical zoom.

DxOMark Scores

No DxOMark scores available for this device.

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 50 MP
Aperture: f/1.8
Sensor Model: Sony IMX890
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.00 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/1.56"

Resolution: 8 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Model: Hynix HI-846
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 1.12 µm
Sensor Size: 1/4"

Resolution: 64 MP
Aperture: f/2.6
Sensor Model: Omnivision OV64B
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 0.70 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/2"

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 32 MP
Aperture: f/2.4
Sensor Model: Sony IMX615
Sensor Type: CMOS
Pixel Size: 0.80 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/2.74"

Additional Features

Extra:
  • 3x optical zoom
  • 6x hybrid zoom
  • 120x digital zoom
  • Telehpoto with OIS
Flash:
  • LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 240 fps
Features:
  • 4K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Optical zoom
  • Triple camera
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Exposure compensation
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • RAW

Software

OSAndroid
OS Version14
Max OS Version

The Realme 12 Pro+ runs on Android 14. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 (SM-7435AB) chipset with 4x 2.4GHz Cortex-78, 4x 1.95GHz Cortex-55 CPU configuration.

Prices

Store Price Storage RAM
Amazon DE EUR 409.00
USD 443.19
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon US USD 534.98
USD 534.98
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 370.72
USD 482.31
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon DE EUR 409.00
USD 443.19
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon US USD 534.98
USD 534.98
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 370.72
USD 482.31
256 GB 8 GB