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Samsung Galaxy A12

Samsung Galaxy A12

৳14,999.00
Brand: Samsung
Category: Smartphones
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Released: 2020, December 21
OS: Android 10, up to Android 11, One UI 3.1
Display: 6.5" 720x1560 pixels
Camera: 48MP 1080p
RAM: 2-6GB RAM Helio P35
Battery: 5000mAh Li-Po

Full Specifications and Price in Bangladesh

General Info

Announced	2020, November 24
Status	Available
Brand	Samsung
Model	Samsung Galaxy A12
Color	Black, White, Blue, Red
Made by	South Korea
Price	BDT. 14,999

Network

Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G Bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM only)
3G Bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G Bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
5G Bands	N/A
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.
EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.

Body

Dimensions	164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight	205 g (7.23 oz)
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	PLS LCD
Size	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~82.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Protection	Tempered glass
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	270 ppi density
Multitouch
Features	- SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM - XviD/MP4/H.265 player - MP3/WAV/eAAC+/Flac player - Photo/video editor - Document viewer

Platform

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device.	Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1
Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Power VR GE8320

Memory

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	Micro SDXC (dedicated slot)
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	2/3/4/6 GB
Internal Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	32/64/128 GB eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Camera Resolution	48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF 5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Camera Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video Resolution	1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Camera Resolution	8 MP, f/2.2
Camera Features	HDR
Video Resolution	1080p@30fps

Sound

Alert Types	Vibration, MP3, Ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
Audio Jack

Connectivity

WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	5.0, A2DP, LE
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
Infrared port
FM Radio
USB	2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector, USB On-The-Go

Features

Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device.	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer Virtual proximity sensing
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, IM
Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages.	HTML5
Java

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Non-removable Li-Po
Battery Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	5000 mAh
Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	Fast charging 15W
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.4

Design 8 / 10
Display 5 / 10
Camera 3 / 10
Connectivity 6 / 10
Features 8 / 10
Performance 3 / 10
Battery 8 / 10
Usability 10 / 10

Samsung Galaxy A12: Overview

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a budget-friendly smartphone offering a mix of essential features for users who need a reliable device without breaking the bank. It features a 6.5-inch HD+ PLS IPS display, providing a good viewing experience for everyday tasks such as social media, web browsing, and video streaming.

Powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 processor, the Galaxy A12 handles basic tasks smoothly, while its 5,000mAh battery ensures all-day battery life. The phone’s quad-camera system, led by a 48MP primary sensor, allows for decent photography. It is an excellent choice for casual users looking for a low-cost device with good battery performance and adequate photography features.

Price in Bangladesh:

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is priced between BDT 14,999 and BDT 18,000, depending on the variant and retailer.

Pro and Cons

Pros:

Large Battery: The 5,000mAh battery provides long-lasting battery life, efficiently supporting a full day of moderate use.
Quad-Camera Setup: The 48MP primary camera offers good performance for casual photography, with additional sensors for ultra-wide, macro, and depth shots.
Affordable Price: It offers an outstanding balance of features for budget-conscious users.
Expandable Storage: The Galaxy A12 supports up to 1TB of expandable storage via a dedicated microSD card slot, perfect for those who need more storage.

Cons:

Essential Performance: The MediaTek Helio P35 is suited for basic tasks, but it may struggle with more demanding apps or multitasking.
HD+ Display: The screen resolution is limited to HD+, which is acceptable but not as sharp as Full HD displays in some competing devices at similar price points.
Plastic Build: The phone’s plastic back doesn’t feel as premium compared to devices with glass or metal backs.

FAQs

1. Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 support fast charging?

Yes, the Galaxy A12 supports 15W fast charging, allowing for quicker recharges compared to other budget devices.

2. Is the Galaxy A12 water-resistant?

No, the Galaxy A12 does not have an IP rating for water or dust resistance.

3. What version of Android does the Galaxy A12 run?

The Galaxy A12 comes with One UI Core 2.5, based on Android 10, and is eligible for future updates.

4. Does the Galaxy A12 have a fingerprint scanner?

Yes, the Galaxy A12 has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for added security and convenience.

5. Does the Galaxy A12 have a headphone jack?

Yes, the phone comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, allowing you to use wired headphones.

Reason to Buy

Long Battery Life: The 5,000mAh battery ensures that you can use the phone for an entire day without needing to charge, making it ideal for users on the go.
Quad-Camera Versatility: The 48MP quad-camera setup provides flexibility in capturing a variety of shots, from wide-angle photos to detailed close-ups.
Affordable Pricing: The Galaxy A12 offers a good mix of essential features at an affordable price, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious buyers.
Expandable Storage: With support for up to 1TB of additional storage via microSD, the phone is perfect for users who need more space for photos, videos, and apps.
Reliable for Basic Use: The phone’s performance is sufficient for basic tasks like social media, web browsing, and light app usage, making it a solid choice for casual users.

The Samsung Galaxy A12 offers excellent value for users who need a budget-friendly smartphone with good battery life, a versatile camera system, and sufficient performance for everyday tasks. It’s an ideal option for those looking for an affordable device that covers all the basics.