iQOO 12 Year of the Dragon variant launched in China: price, specs

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • The iQOO 12 was launched in India in December 2023.
  • The iQOO 12 Year of the Dragon variant has been launched in China.
  • This special edition smartphone comes with 12GB+512GB storage.

The iQOO 12 was launched in several markets, including China and India, last year. Now, the company has unveiled the iQOO 12 Year of the Dragon special edition smartphone with 12GB+512GB storage in China. With this, the iQOO 12 is now available in four storage variants in the home country. Check out the price and other details of the special edition of the iQOO 12.

iQOO 12 Year of the Dragon variant price, other details

  • Via Weibo, it has been revealed that iQOO has released the Year of the Dragon version of the iQOO 12 smartphone.
  • This variant comes with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, priced at CNY 3,999, which is approximately Rs 46,819.
  • The iQOO 12 Year of the Dragon variant is set to be available for purchase on January 12th at 10 am local time in China.
  • Also, iQOO 12’s price with 256GB storage has been reduced by CNY 200 (around Rs 2,381) for a limited time. It is now available at CNY 3,799 (around Rs 45,228).

In China, the iQOO 12 was launched in three storage variants, including 12GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+1TB. Meanwhile, in India, the iQOO 12 was released in 12GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB storage variants.

iQOO 12 specifications

The Year of the Dragon variant doesn’t offer any new changes in the specifications of the phone. The iQOO 12 was launched with a 144Hz display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, 120W fast charging technology, and much more. Here’s a quick look at the specifications of the iQOO 12.

  • Display:The  comes with a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED 144Hz display, HDR10+, punch-hole cutout, and more.
  • Chipset:The  is equipped with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, coupled with an Adreno GPU. Additionally, it includes a dedicated Q1 chipset for better gaming experience.
  • Rear cameras:It features a 50MP Omnivision OV50H OIS main sensor with f/1.68 aperture and LED flash, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle Samsung JN1 sensor with f/2.0 aperture, and a 64MP 3x telephoto camera with f/2.57 aperture, OIS, and up to 100x digital zoom.
  • Selfie camera:The features a 16MP front camera that caters to selfies and video chats.
  • Storage:The handset is equipped with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage in China.
  • Software:The runs on Android 14-based OriginOS 4.0 custom skin.
  • Battery:With a 5,000mAh battery, the iQOO 12 supports 120W fast charging, ensuring efficient and quick power replenishment.
  • Connectivity:The  supports 5G SA/NSA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C, an in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers and more.

Key Specs

iQOO 12 5G
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 12 GBProcessor
6.78 inches (17.22 cm)Display
50 MP + 50 MP + 64 MPRear camera
16 MPSelfie camera
5000 mAhBattery
  • iQOO 12 price in India isRs 52,999 for the 12GB + 256GB version and Rs 57,999 for the 16GB + 512GB model.
  • The company is offering a Rs 3,000 instant discount through an ICICI Bank card or customers can avail of an additional up to Rs 5,000 exchange bonus.
  • The handset comes in White and Black colour options and will be on sale via Amazon in the country.
  • Users who purchased the priority pass can buy the phone on December 13th at 12 PM IST, while the open sale will start on December 14th at 12 PM IST.
  • The company is offering a 6-month additional warranty and a 9-month no-cost EMI offer.

iQOO 12 specifications

  • Display: sports a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with 2800 × 1260 pixels resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR10+, 144Hz variable refresh rate, up to 1400 nits brightness, 3000 nits peak brightness, 2160Hz PWM dimming and a punch-hole cutout.
  • Processor: The handset is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC paired with Adreno GPU.
  • Besides the Snapdragon chip, the handset houses a dedicated Q1 chipset to improve the gaming experience and frame rates.
  • RAM/Storage: The chipset is paired with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
  • OS: The phone runs on Android 14-based OriginOS 4.0 custom skin out of the box.
  • Cameras features a 50MP Omnivision OV50H primary sensor with f/1.68 aperture, OIS, and LED flash, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle Samsung JN1 sensor with f/2.0 aperture, and a 64MP 3x telephoto camera with f/2.57 aperture, OIS, and up to 100x digital zoom. There is a dedicated V3 imaging chip. The phone houses a 16MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
  • Battery: The phone packs a 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
  • Others: There is an in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, Hi-Res audio and others.
  • Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C.

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