The Realme 12 Lite is the budget warrior with a surprising punch. Don't be fooled by its featherweight price tag, this phone packs a processor that can handle your daily app brawls without breaking a sweat. The camera captures decent pics for your social media needs, but don't expect to dethrone any photography influencers. The design might be a bit plain, like a reliable pair of sneakers, but it gets the job done and goes with any outfit. But the real star of the show is the battery life. It'll last you all day and into the night, letting you game, stream, and stay connected without needing a battery babysitter. It's the perfect phone for those who prioritize performance and endurance over fancy features.
Price: $340
12 Lite by Realme |
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Release Date |
2024, April 22 |
Status |
Available |
OS |
Android 14, Realme UI |
Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE |
SIM |
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display Info |
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Screen Size |
6.72 inches, 109.0 cm2 (~87.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Type |
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 800 nits (typ), 950 nits (HBM) |
Resolutions |
1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) |
Protection |
_ |
Optics |
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Rear Dual Camera |
108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF |
Flashlight |
LED |
Features |
HDR, panorama 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera |
8 MP, f/2.1, (wide) |
Face Unlock |
Yes |
Under the Hood |
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GPU |
Adreno 610 |
CPU |
Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A53) |
Chipset |
Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) |
Memory Configuration |
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RAM |
6GB / 8GB |
Storage |
128GB / 256GB |
Card Slot |
microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Battery Life |
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Capacity |
5000 mAh |
Type |
Li-Po |
Removable |
Non-removable |
Fast Charge |
33W wired |
Wireless Charge |
No |
Craft |
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Colors |
Sunny Oasis, Black Rock |
Material |
Front Glass, Back Plastic, Plastic frame |
Dimensions |
164.6 x 75.4 x 7.6 mm (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.30 in) |
Weight |
185 g (6.53 oz) |
Water Proof |
IP54, dust and splash resistant |
Network Bands |
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4G |
1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 |
3G |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
2G |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
Speed |
HSPA, LTE-A |
Rest of Features |
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GPS |
Yes, GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS |
Radio |
Unspecified |
USB |
USB Type-C 2.0 |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Wi-Fi |
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
NFC |
Yes |
Audio jack |
Yes, 3.5 mm jack |
Sensors |
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Q: Price tag featherweight or performance punch?
A: Processor tackles apps like a champ, price won't break the bank.
Q: Social media star or photo flop?
A: Camera's decent for your feed, forget fancy filters and influencer dreams.
Q: Design daring or dime-a-dozen dud?
A: Plain design like trusty sneakers - gets the job done, goes with anything.
Q: All-day warrior or battery bummer?
A: Battery life lasts from dawn to dusk (and beyond) - game, stream, stay connected without a charger in sight.
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