iQOO 12 128GB (Black) Review
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 128GB · Black
Specdex verdict The iQOO 12 128GB (Black) scores 84/100 — a competent mid-range pick when the price is right, but watch our cheaper-and-better alternatives below.
iQOO's iQOO 12 — 2023 model with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
iQOO 12 128GB (Black) versus its closest rivals
- +Flagship chipset
- +Distinctive regional design
- +Competitive value
- −Limited US carrier support
- −Software skin learning curve
- −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel
Who's the iQOO 12 128GB (Black) for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Performance is comfortably above mainstream but not bleeding-edge — suitable for moderate creative work, not the pick if you live in DaVinci Resolve.
Battery sub-score of 80 is solid but not class-leading — fine for typical days, charging top-up likely on heavy days.
Camera scores 84 — competent across most scenarios but watch our spec deltas vs the camera-flagships above.
Mid-tier pricing at $699 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the iQOO 12 128GB (Black).
- Device
- USB-C cable
- SIM ejector tool
- Quick-start guide
- Brand sticker
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
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Specifications
Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | 128GB |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Release year | 2023 |
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