The realme 12+ 5G (RMX3867) promises a premium smartphone experience at a competitive price point. This review dives deep into my experience with the Pioneer Green 12GB RAM, 512GB storage variant, covering its performance, camera capabilities, battery life, and overall usability. After weeks of intensive testing, here’s my comprehensive take.

Features

The realme 12+ 5G boasts a stunning 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a vibrant 1080×2400 resolution. The 108MP primary camera with 3X optical zoom is a real standout, capturing incredibly detailed images. The dual SIM 5G support worked flawlessly, providing consistent and fast speeds across various locations. The 5000mAh battery, coupled with 45W SuperVOOC charging, easily lasted a full day, even with heavy usage, and the quick charging speeds were very impressive. The dual stereo speakers provide immersive audio, and the Realme UI 5.0 based on Android 14 offered a smooth and intuitive user experience. The personalized dynamic button is a nice touch, adding a layer of convenience.

Performance

Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7050 octa-core processor and 12GB of RAM, the realme 12+ 5G handled multitasking and demanding applications with ease. I didn’t experience any significant lag or slowdown even while running multiple apps simultaneously. Gaming performance was also commendable; even graphically intensive titles ran smoothly with minimal frame drops. The 512GB of internal storage provided ample space for apps, games, and photos, eliminating any storage worries.

Pros & Cons

Pros: Excellent camera performance, especially the zoom capabilities; fast 5G connectivity; long-lasting battery with rapid charging; smooth and responsive performance; stunning display; great value for money.

Cons: While the camera is excellent, low-light performance could be improved slightly. The phone is rather heavy, slightly uncomfortable for one-handed use over extended periods. Some bloatware apps came pre-installed but could be easily uninstalled.

Final Verdict

The realme 12+ 5G (RMX3867) offers an exceptional package for its price. The combination of a powerful processor, ample RAM and storage, impressive camera system, long battery life and fast charging makes it a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone market. While there are minor drawbacks, the overall performance and features make this phone highly recommendable for those looking for a feature-packed device without breaking the bank. I would happily recommend it to friends and family.