The realme 12 series is now complete thanks to the arrival of the realme 12 5G in the Philippines. Launched 2 months after the 12+ and 12 Pro+ 5G, the realme 12 offers a more budget-friendly alternative while still offering attractive features like a 108MP main camera.
At the back of the realme 12 5G is a 108MP f/1.75 main camera. Its 3x in-sensor zoom enables you to use up to 3x digital zoom without loss of clarity even in the absence of a dedicated telescopic camera. Exclusive to the series are features like Cinematic Bokeh Algorithm to intelligently adjust blur and lighting plus built-in Master Portrait Filters.
The main camera is backed by a 2MP f/2.4 portrait camera plus an 8MP f/2.0 selfie camera on its 6.72-inch 2400 x 1080 120Hz IPS display. Speaking of the display, it “Extra Brightness” toggle activates Sunlight Mode that allows it to reach 950nits of brightness – helpful for using the smartphone against sunlight.
The smartphone runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ 5G platform with 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It does support 5G connectivity and has Android 14 with realme UI 5.0 out of the box. A 5,000mAh battery powers the device and can be charged through its 45W SuperVOOC charger.
Check out its specifications below:
realme 12 5G
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ 5G |
| Screen | 6.72-inch IPS, 2400 x 1080, 120Hz, 800nits Peak |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR4X |
| OS | Android 14, realme UI 5.0 |
| Rear Camera | 108MP f/1.75 Main, 2MP f/2.4 Portrait |
| Front Camera | 8MP f/2.0 |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Network | Dual-SIM, 5G |
| Connectivity | WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| Battery | 5,000mAh, 45W SuperVOOC |
| Others | Side-Mounted Fingerprint Scanner |
| Dimensions | 165.6 x 76.1 x 7.69mm |
| Weight | 188g |
| Colors | Twilight Purple, Woodland Green |
Price and Availability
The realme 12 5G is priced at PhP 14,999 in the Philippines. Getting the smartphone at any realme official store nationwide until May 5, 2024 will net you a Mystery Gift Box worth up to PhP 24,999. Items in the box may include a realme Pad LTE 4GB/64GB, TechLife Notebook, TechLife Multi-Capsule Coffee Maker, TechLife Wireless Headphones, TechLife Desk Lamp, and TechLife Portable Steam Iron.
You can also participate in the Lucky 12 challenge happening at select realme concept and kiosks stores during the Lucky Hour time slots of 11am to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm on April 26 – 28 and May 3 – 5. They are offering up to PhP 600,000 worth of prizes op for grabs. You can take home various items like TechLife 4L Digital Rice Cooker, TechLife Wireless Mouse, TechLife Desk Lamp, or TechLife Multi-Sleeve Laptop bag.
The realme 12 5G is launching first online via TikTok for a special discounted price plus exclusive TechLife and realme freebie sets. To avail the discount, you must use vouchers exclusively distributed during official live selling events:
You will be able to get the realme 12 5G through Shopee and Lazada when it arrives on May 5 with a chance to get exclusive deals until May 10, 2024.
