UAE Price
AED 2,500
India Price
₹72,999
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Smartphone · Vivo · 2024
The vivo iQOO 12 Pro 512GB is Vivo's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5100 mAh battery. At AED 2,500 in the UAE and ₹72,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The vivo iQOO 12 Pro 512GB excels with its 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display, 120W wired charging (0–100% in 19 minutes), and 5100mAh battery sustaining peak performance under load. Its 3.3GHz Cortex-X4 chip delivers sustained gaming throughput, while 3000-nit peak brightness ensures outdoor visibility unmatched in this segment. This is the phone for competitive mobile gamers who demand zero frame drops in BGMI or COD Mobile for hours, paired with users who need rapid charging during commutes. Its weakness? Thermals throttle after 45 minutes of 144Hz 4K gaming, dropping frame rates by 18%. In UAE at AED 2500, it’s competitive because no other phone under AED 3000 offers 120W charging and 3000-nit display. In India at ₹72999, it’s overpriced—competing against the OnePlus 12’s superior cooling and same charging at ₹69999, making the iQOO 12 Pro a niche pick only for those prioritizing display and charging speed over thermals.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 120W wired 50W wireless 10W reverse wireless |
| Battery Capacity | 5100 mAh |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", 1.2µm, ulti-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.6, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 15mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 164.6 x 75.4 x 8.6 mm or 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 205 g or 210 g (7.23 oz) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~89.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~518 ppi density) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 512 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Colors | Black, Red, White (BMW M branding) |
| Models | V2329A |
| Price | About 650 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, November 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, November 14 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the iQOO 12 Pro.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize strong performance and flagship features at a lower price than newer models. However, software updates and app optimization may decline, so consider your long-term usage needs.
The vivo iQOO 12 Pro 512GB is priced at AED 2500 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and major online platforms across the country.
The vivo iQOO 12 Pro 512GB is priced at ₹72999 in India. It is available through official vivo stores and leading e-commerce sites nationwide.
The camera delivers sharp, detailed photos with excellent dynamic range in daylight and strong low-light performance. It captures smooth 4K video at 60fps with stable stabilization.
The battery life lasts a full day with heavy usage, including gaming and streaming. It supports fast charging to replenish power quickly when needed.
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