The realme 12 Pro Plus 5G is one of the members of the latest realme 12 Series 5G slated for launch in the Philippines on March 7, 2024.
Equipped with a triple rear camera setup (64MP Periscope Portrait Camera + 50MP Sony IMX890 OIS Camera + 8MP 112° Wide Angle), 120Hz Curved OLED Display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 octa-core processor, 67W SUPERVOOC Charge, and a Luxury Watch Design, realme 12 Pro+ 5G flaunts a captivating design, remarkable performance, and a highly responsive user experience.
Fortunately, we got our hands on the realme 12 Pro Plus 5G (Navigator Beige color, 12GB RAM + 512GB ROM) ahead of its local launch. In this article, we're giving our first impressions of realme's latest premium mid-range smartphone, as well as camera samples. Let's check out its specifications first.
realme 12 Pro Plus 5G specs
- Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED Curved display with FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2412 pixels, 394ppi), 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 1.07 billion colors, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, HDR10+, 950 nits (peak brightness), 0.55mm Double-Reinforced Glass, and punch-hole
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4nm), Up to 2.4GHz octa-core processor
- GPU: Mali-G68 MC4
- Memory: 12GB RAM (up to 12GB Dynamic RAM Expansion)
- Internal Storage: 512GB ROM, no micro SD card slot
- Triple rear cameras: 64MP f/2.8 OmniVision OV64B periscope, OIS
- 3x optical zoom, 120x digital zoom + 50MP f/1.8 Sony IMX890 main, OIS + 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide, 112° FoV; LED flash, HDR, panorama, Up to 4K@30fps video recording
- Single front camera: 32MP f/2.4 Sony IMX615; Up to 1080p@30fps video recording
- SIM slot: Dual SIM (nano)
- Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB OTG, NFC, GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
- USB port: USB-C
- Audio: Dual Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, USB-C audio output
- Biometrics: Fingerprint scanner (in-display) and Face unlock
- Sensors: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
- Operating System: Android 14 with realme UI 5.0
- Battery and Charging: 5,000 mAh Li-Po non-removable battery, 67W fast charging (wired)
- Dimensions: 161.47mm x 74.02mm x 8.75mm
- Weight: 196 grams
- Materials: Glass front, faux leather back; IP65 water and dust resistance; 3D VC cooling system
- Colors: Submarine Blue, Navigator Beige
First Impressions of realme 12 Pro+ 5G: A Premium Feel with Faux Leather
The moment I lay my eyes on the realme 12 Pro+ (in Navigator Beige color), I'm greeted by a sense of sophistication. The textured faux leather rear panel feels premium and looks refreshingly different from the glossy glass backs we often see. Like the realme 11 Pro Series 5G, the realme 12 Pro+ has an intricately designed zipper-like strip in the middle of the rear panel. This is complemented by the rear camera bump's Luxury Watch Design.
Despite its robust build, the realme 12 Pro+ manages to maintain a reasonable weight of 196 grams. The premium vegan leather-wrapped rear panel adds a touch of luxury, while the curved sides and 3D curved-edge display ensure a comfortable grip. And here's the kicker: this is the first phone in the realme number series to have an IP65 rating, making it resistant to dust and water splash.
Display and Performance
The realme 12 Pro Plus 5 G's 6.7-inch curved OLED screen is visually stunning with its rounded corners. The screen's full-HD+ resolution, a Pro-XDR panel, 93% screen-to-body ratio, and 120Hz refresh rate make it ideal for multimedia and gaming. Moreover, the 240Hz touch sampling rate ensures fluid interactions, whether you are playing your beloved mobile games or navigating through apps.
Under the hood, the realme 12 Pro+ exhibits its prowess. It replaces the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 chipset with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset—a significant upgrade. The octa-core processor ensures snappy performance and efficient multitasking. It has a large 512GB internal storage to store all your files. Note that it doesn't have a memory card slot. It also has a huge 12GB RAM that features RAM expansion (+12GB VRAM, a total of 24GB RAM).
The big 5,000mAh battery of realme 12 Pro Plus 5G gets you through the day, and when it's time to recharge, the 67W wired charging is there to save the day. Quickly charge it up to go for hours of use after plugging it in. It will be able to keep you connected without worrying about your battery dying.
Camera
Those who enjoy taking pictures will love the realme 12 Pro+ 5G's camera configuration. A 50-megapixel (Sony IMX890) main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and, finally, a telephoto camera (OmniVision OV64B periscope) with 3x optical zoom and optical image stabilization make up the triple back camera system. Say goodbye to unsteady zoom shots! Whether you are capturing close-ups or landscapes, the results from this camera array are impressive.
Check out the photos we captured using the realme 12 Pro+ 5G's main camera.
Final Thoughts
The realme 12 Pro Plus 5G in Navigator Beige colorway is a real beauty. It's a premium mid-range phone with solid features. With its 64MP Periscope Portrait Camera, Luxury Watch Design, and powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, realme 12 Pro Plus 5G is set to revolutionize your smartphone experience.
Our full review of the realme 12 Pro+ 5G will soon be available, and we can't wait to test it out more and report back to you with our thoughts.
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