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HUAWEI nova 12 Series now up for pre-order; Price starts from RM1,299

By Timothy Teoh March 26, 2024

HUAWEI has officially unveiled its new line of mid-rangers set to hit the shelves here in Malaysia. The nova 12 Series are already up for pre-order, with prices starting from RM1,299.

The spotlight ultimately falls on the nova 12s and nova 12 SE, each priced at RM1,999 and RM1,499 respectively. There’s also the toned-down nova 12i, which retails at RM1,299.

Pre-orders for the nova 12s and nova 12 SE begin today, although the pre-order end dates and the complimentary gifts offered differ. Customers can pre-order the nova 12s up until 12th April, where orders within the period will include free gifts worth RM988. For the nova 12 SE, pre-orders will run only until 5th April, with free gifts worth RM308 coming with it.

Interested buyers can put down their orders on HUAWEI’s official website; or on HUAWEI’s official store on Shopee and Lazada.

HUAWEI nova 12s specs

Starting off first with the headliner of the series, the nova 12s is recognizable through two very distinct design elements. The first being the unique petal texture on the rear panel; and the second its Star Orbit Ring Design camera module which houses the 50MP main camera and the 8MP ultra-wide lens.

Over at the front, there’s an impressive 60MP high resolution front camera for selfies.

This model comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage and is powered by the Snapdragon 778 4G processor. It sports a 6.7″ OLED display, offering FHD+ resolution (2412×1084) and up to 120Hz refresh rates.

For batteries, the nova 12s relies on a 4,500mAh battery supporting 66W wired charging.

You will have the choice of Blue, White, and Black. Do note that the Black clourway misses out on the petal texture elements.

HUAWEI nova 12 SE specs

Onto the nova 12 SE, this model has a much cleaner look compared to the nova 12s. Camera modules are much simpler with two circular bumps, one of which houses the 108MP main camera, and the other fitting in both the 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro lens.

Flip the phone to the front and you’ll find a 32MP selfie camera.

Like the nova 12s, this model comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. However, processors differ with the nova 12 SE utilizing the Snapdragon 680. For displays, the nova 12 SE is a tad bit smaller with a 6.67″ OLED panel, and only comes with 90Hz refresh rates. It still offers FHD+ (2400×1080) resolution.

Like before, the nova 12 SE packs the same 4,500mAh battery with support for 66W wired charging.

If you plan to get this model, you will have the choice of Green and Black.

HUAWEI nova 12i specs

Over now to the last offering in the series, the nova 12i has a far more distinct look compared to the other two. Huawei has switched up the camera module to a large circular bump now at the centre of the panel. Despite its size, it houses only two cameras: a 108MP main and a 2MP depth camera.

The nova 12i is similar to the nova 12 SE in a few areas. First, it keeps to an 8GB RAM and 256GB memory configuration, again powered by the Snapdragon 680 processor. Although it is slightly larger at 6.7″, it offers FHD+ (1080×2388) resolution, and refresh rates only goes up to 90Hz.

Among the three in the series, the nova 12i has the most subdued front camera at only 8MP.

Nevertheless, it has the largest battery capacity at 5,000mAh, but fast charging reaches up to only 40W.

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    realme 12 5G vs realme 11 5G: What’s different?

    By Timothy Teoh March 25, 2024

    The recent unveiling of the realme 12 5G means that the realme 12 Series lineup for 2024 is finally complete. The base model realme 12 5G sports a snazzy new look compared to its predecessor, but how do things fare in other aspects?

    Here’s a brief look at what’s different between the realme 12 5G and the realme 11 5G.

    realme 12 5G vs realme 11 5G: Spec comparison
    realme 12 5Grealme 11 5G
    Launch PriceRM1,099 – 8GB+256GB
    RM1,299 – 8GB+512GB    		RM1,199 – 8GB+256GB
    ProcessorDimensity 6100+Dimensity 6100+
    Display6.72″, FHD+ (1080×2400), 120Hz, 950nits (peak)6.72″, FHD+ (1080×2400), 120Hz, 680nits (peak)
    Rear Camera108MP 1/1.67″ wide
    2MP portrait    		108MP 1/1.67″ wide
    2MP portrait
    Rear Camera Recording1080p at 30fps, 720p at 30fps1080p at 30fps, 720p at 30fps
    Front Camera8MP16MP
    Front Camera Recording1080p at 30fps, 720p at 30fps1080p at 30fps, 720p at 30fps
    Battery & Charging5,000mAh; 45W wired5,000mAh; 67W wired
    IP RatingIP54Unspecified
    Dynamic ButtonYesN/A
    (From left) realme 12 5G and (right) realme 11 5G
    realme 12 5G vs realme 11 5G: What’s different?

    You only need a glance to see that the realme 12 5G has gone through a pretty major redesign compared to its predecessor. For starters, the camera bump has shifted from the top corner to the top middle, consistent with what you’ll see in all models in the realme 12 Series.

    Though they are circular, the camera module on the realme 12 5G is far more eye-catching thanks to what realme calls a ‘Polished Sunburst Dial’. Additionally, the rear panels now have a textured strip running from top to bottom.

    The good news is that there hasn’t been too much of a change in pricing. In fact, the 8GB+256GB model of the realme 12 5G is cheaper compared to the realme 11 5G of the same configuration. There’s also a 512GB model now which isn’t too expensive at RM1,299.

    There are several carry-forwards in other aspects. realme has opted to reuse the Dimensity 6100+ chipset, and displays too are very similar except that the realme 12 5G now has a higher 950nits peak brightness.

    The same can be said about cameras, with both the realme 12 5G and realme 11 5G keeping to a 108MP main camera and a 2MP portrait camera. Interestingly enough, front cameras have been reduced to 8MP on the realme 12 5G from 16MP on its predecessor.

    What’s also peculiar is that the realme 12 5G has reduced charging speeds of 45W, compared to 67W on the realme 11 5G. Battery capacity though remains at 5,000mAh.

    Despite that, the realme 12 5G has the honors of debuting realme’s new Dynamic Button feature. What this does is turn your power button into a customizable quick access button to certain functions, including sound modes, camera, and even third-party apps.

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