Samsung Galaxy A12

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6.5" HD+ Display
Octa-Core 2.3 GHz + 1.8 GHz
Quad Rear Camera
8MP Front Camera
5000mAh Battery
15W Fast Charging
3GB RAM + 32GB Storage (Base)
4G LTE
USB Type-C 2.0
3.5mm Headphone Jack
Side Fingerprint Sensor

6.5" PLS TFT LCD

720 x 1600 (HD+), 16M colours

60 Hz refresh rate, Infinity-V notch

Octa-Core Processor

2.3 GHz + 1.8 GHz

Android 10, One UI

Quad Rear Camera (region variant)

US: 16 MP (F1.8) + 5 MP UW + 2 MP Macro + 2 MP Depth

UK source: 48 MP main; Front: 8 MP (F2.2)

5000 mAh (Typical)

Rated min 4400 mAh, non-removable

15 W fast charging (QC2.0, AFC)

4G LTE Cat4

Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac 2.4+5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.0

USB Type-C 2.0, NFC, 3.5 mm jack

3 GB RAM + 32 GB (US base)

UK source: 4 GB RAM + 64/128 GB

MicroSD up to 1 TB

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is part of the Galaxy A family launched in early 2021. Official model identifiers from Samsung support pages include SM-A125, SM-A125F/DSN, SM-A125U1/DS, and SM-A125U. Regional release dates differ: the US version was available starting 9 April 2021, while UK sources indicate wide availability from 19 January 2021.

  • Canonical model family: SM-A125 / SM-A125F/DSN / SM-A125U1/DS
  • Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: SM-A125U (T-Mobile), SM-A125FZWVEUE (Poland), SM-A125FZWUEUB (Spain)
  • US launch price (MSRP): Starting at US$179.99
  • UK launch price (RRP): £169
  • US retail release: 9 April 2021

The Galaxy A12 uses a flat bar design with a plastic body. The US support page lists dimensions of 164.0 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 205 g. Colours include Black, White, and Blue.

  • Dimensions: 164.0 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm
  • Weight: 205 g
  • Form Factor: Touchscreen Bar
  • Colours: Black, White, Blue

The display is a 6.5-inch PLS TFT LCD with HD+ resolution and a 60 Hz refresh rate. It uses an Infinity-V notch for the front camera.

  • Panel Type: PLS TFT LCD (US support page); also referred to as HD+ TFT in UK press release
  • Size: 165.5 mm (6.5″ full rectangle) / 161.4 mm (6.4″ rounded corners)
  • Resolution: 720 x 1600 (HD+)
  • Colour Depth: 16M
  • Refresh Rate: 60 Hz

A notable discrepancy exists between official sources. The Samsung UK newsroom lists a 48 MP main camera, while the US newsroom and US support page list a 16 MP main camera. Both sources agree on a quad-lens rear setup and an 8 MP front camera. The US configuration is detailed below; the UK variant differs in primary sensor resolution.

  • Rear Camera (US): 16.0 MP (F1.8) + 5.0 MP Ultra Wide (F2.2) + 2.0 MP Macro (F2.4) + 2.0 MP Depth (F2.4)
  • Rear Camera (UK source): 48 MP main, 5 MP Ultra Wide, 2 MP Macro, 2 MP Depth
  • Front Camera: 8.0 MP (F2.2 US / F2.0 UK), no autofocus
  • Video Recording: FHD (1920 x 1080) @ 30 fps
  • Digital Zoom: Up to 10x

The phone is powered by an octa-core processor with a 2.3 GHz dual-core and 1.8 GHz hexa-core arrangement. It ships with Android 10 and Samsung's One UI. Samsung Knox security platform is included, along with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

  • Processor: Octa-Core (2.3 GHz + 1.8 GHz)
  • Operating System: Android 10
  • Security: Samsung Knox
  • Biometric Authentication: Side fingerprint sensor

The Galaxy A12 focuses on essential features: a large display, long battery life, and a multi-lens camera system. AI features are not prominently highlighted in the source material.

  • Display: 6.5″ Infinity-V HD+ display
  • Battery endurance: 5000 mAh with 15 W fast charging
  • Storage expansion: microSD card slot supporting up to 1 TB
  • Audio: 3.5 mm headphone jack, support for multiple audio codecs

The battery is a non-removable 5000 mAh typical capacity (rated minimum 4400 mAh). Charging is supported at 15 W with Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 and Adaptive Fast Charging compatibility.

  • Typical Capacity: 5000 mAh
  • Rated Minimum: 4400 mAh
  • Fast Charging: 15 W (QC2.0, AFC)
  • Talk Time (4G LTE): Up to 34 hours (US support page)
  • Internet Usage (LTE): Up to 20 hours
  • Internet Usage (Wi-Fi): Up to 19 hours

The Galaxy A12 is a 4G LTE smartphone with dual-SIM capability in some variants (SM-A125F/DSN). It includes Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The sensor suite includes accelerometer, barometer, fingerprint, grip, virtual light, and virtual proximity sensing.

  • Network: 4G FDD/TDD LTE, 3G UMTS, 2G GSM
  • Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4+5 GHz
  • Bluetooth: v5.0
  • USB: USB Type-C 2.0
  • NFC: Yes
  • Location: GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo
  • SIM: Single SIM (US) or Dual SIM (global)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint, Grip, Virtual Light, Virtual Proximity

The Samsung Galaxy A12 delivers a solid battery life and essential features at a budget price. It is available in multiple regional variants with differing main camera resolutions (48 MP UK / 16 MP US). The phone supports 4G LTE, expandable storage up to 1 TB, and includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The US launch price of US$179.99 makes it a competitive entry-level option, though the base 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage are modest by 2021 standards.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$179.99
— views Research contribution by specs.global