Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy M12: Online-exclusive budget with 6000 mAh and 90Hz LCD.
SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2021·$169·Score 52/100
M12 chased the "endurance king" angle of Samsung's online M-series with a 6000 mAh cell that genuinely lasts three days. Exynos 850 is the trade-off.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.5" HD+ LCD 90Hz
Chipset
Exynos 850
RAM
4/6 GB
Storage
64/128 GB + microSD
Battery
6000 mAh, 15W
Main camera
48 MP + 5 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth
Weight
221 g
What stands out
- Massive 6000 mAh — 3-day battery life
- 90Hz refresh rare at this price
- microSD + jack
What to watch
- Exynos 850 sluggish
- Heavy at 221 g
- HD+ only