UAE Price
AED 149
India Price
₹4,999
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Smartphone · Nokia · 2023
The Nokia C12 Plus 32GB is Nokia's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.3 inches, 99.1 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Unisoc SC9863A1 (22 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4000 mAh battery. At AED 149 in the UAE and ₹4,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Nokia C12 Plus 32GB excels with its 4000mAh removable battery, offering multi-day use on light loads, and Android 12 Go Edition ensures smooth operation on its octa-core 1.6GHz Cortex-A55 chipset. The 6.3-inch 720x1520 display delivers usable clarity for texts and videos, while the 5MP rear camera handles daylight snapshots adequately. It’s built for elderly users needing simple navigation, first-time smartphone buyers in rural India or UAE expats on tight budgets, and those replacing broken devices without needing apps or streaming. Its weakness is the absence of NFC and LTE-only connectivity—no 5G, no mobile payments, no modern security features. In UAE at AED 149, it’s competitive because it’s the cheapest functional LTE phone with a removable battery. In India at ₹4999, it’s overpriced: rivals like the Redmi 9A offer better performance and 5000mAh at the same cost. Skip if you need app compatibility or future-proofing.
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, removable |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR |
| Video | Yes |
| Single | 5 MP |
| Video | 720p |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | - |
| Weight | - |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 99.1 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~267 ppi density) |
| Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 32 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Colors | Dark Cyan, Charcoal, Light Mint |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, April 01 |
| Status | Cancelled |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) |
| Chipset | Unisoc SC9863A1 (22 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | IMG8322 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the C12 Plus.
It may still be worth buying if you need a basic, no-frills phone for calls, texts, and light apps, given its low cost and reliable software. However, newer budget models will likely offer better performance and support by then.
The Nokia C12 Plus 32GB is priced at AED 149 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and online stores across the country.
The Nokia C12 Plus 32GB is priced at ₹4999 in India. It is readily available on major e-commerce platforms and authorized retail outlets.
The camera delivers decent photos in good lighting, with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. It is suitable for basic snapshots but struggles in low-light conditions.
The battery lasts up to two days with light usage, such as calls, messaging, and occasional app use. It handles moderate daily tasks without needing frequent charging.
Ready to buy the C12 Plus?
From AED 149 on Amazon UAE and Noon.
