Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 BEAST! | IQOO 12 Unboxing & Review

Unboxing Vivo's IQOO 12, a pro Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 smartphone boasting impressive gaming performance, excellent battery life and some respectable camera tech. This one week IQOO 12 review shows off the best bits, with gamers particularly well catered for - Genshin Impact runs a dream, and doesn't immediately drain that battery.
We're expecting a glut of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powered phones in the run up to 2024, with Samsung's S24 series hitting in the new year too. But for now, Vivo's IQOO 12 shows us that this chipset is the real deal. While the camera tech isn't as impressive as some other flagships and we're not seeing the 8 Gen 3's full capabilities here, there's lots to love. Gaming is an absolute delight, helped by the fully featured game mode. And power efficiency is tops, as the IQOO 12 can last as long as any other phone.
That's all wrapped up in a rather slick, if slightly iPhone-esque chassis. You have BMW inspired design although it's rather subtle, plus a premium OLED phone display.
So are you tempted by the IQOO 12? Let us know your thoughts below!
Vivo IQOO 12 Unboxing & Review Chapters:
0:00 - Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 baby!
0:39 - What's in the box?
1:05 - Design
2:31 - Features & FunTouch
4:19 - Display & audio
6:45 - Performance & gaming
8:55 - Battery life
9:52 - Cameras
13:41 - Verdict

[@kaktusgoreng]

Arima Kana I see you are a man of culture as well

[@anjansharma8631]

He also has ai mem cho and everyone else

[@misty_mafuoshi9952]

Bro's got kana arima as wallpaper ❤ love it.

[@luisofece2324]

Hello! Just to get you to know that I'm big fan of your videos, and I learn a lot from them. Thanks and keep us posted!

[@JAMES.CRADDOCK]

I just got this phone....it's really amazing....I love to customize it...but the only thing I hate is the white background when you scroll for apps....i use launcher to remove the white background

[@m.ahussain4005]

Wouldn't dark mode remove the white?

[@JAMES.CRADDOCK]

@@m.ahussain4005 nope it changes from white to dark..but in my Samsung phone I don't have that sht 😑 you can't reduce the blur of the white background and it's boring

[@JAMES.CRADDOCK]

@@diatrokk bro even if you turn on the dark mode there's no difference, it's cool to have wallpaper as the background

[@joelconolly5574]

International or China models? International is still new.

[@bobozgb1]

Witch OS do you have?

[@zhengfou]

Great review as usual. Entertaining. I'm looking to buy this phone for Christmas.

[@spettro1907]

Love the content dude keep going💪. I need to know where you get those anime wallpapers for your phones that I've seen in all your videos 😄

[@davidbezzant9820]

This phone looks awesome. If it's cheaper than the OnePlus 12 i think it'll sell really well in the UK

[@davidbarker7091]

Thank you for remaining one of the only channels that started out making Android videos and stuck to that and not just rely on simping over the iPhone for views. This is a really interesting phone(one that will never come to Jamaica 🇯🇲) 😅 but I'm definitely looking forward to seeing the SD 8gen3 in action on other mainstream devices.

[@usmanabdulkadir3334]

Great unboxing and hand on review as always Chris Sir

[@iameugene107]

Finally...was waiting for you to upload this video..

[@Salvo78106]

Awesome review. Professional, complete, funny, stunning visuals. You see a good job when it's being done. Thanks.

[@samstewart2729]

Love the channel and humour,one question you ever sell on any of the phones you get as I would be much interested (in Scotland ) and thanks so muc

[@chrisleyleonlewisiii9644]

Wow this screen looks amazing. Very bright and vivid

[@rioshiba]

I dreamed this symetrical bezel phone but in compact size.

[@user-wu5hg4uo4l]

xiaomi 14

[@Id_MAGE]

Yo mate, how do you get them wallpapers 👀

[@kennylee3862]

I bought this online earlier today and can't wait for this! Wanted to get 1+12 but I can't live with the curved display and they are much more expensive in my country. Both are great phones without a doubt so thanks for reviewing them!

[@camotech1314]

Awesome! What do you think of it so far? I have both the OnePlus 12 and IQOO 12, I actually prefer the latter. It's way easier to use and better.

[@kennylee3862]

@@camotech1314 Been using it for a week now and I can say it's a great phone for the price. Smooth and snappy. Gaming felt insanely good. Maxed settings and still run like butter. Camera is impressive. For the price, it's pretty good. The only downside I can think of is the lesser number of years of update(3) and security(4) which is a bit of shame for a flagship model

[@rrvvmm]

Hi mate. May I know how did you get this unit? Planning to order it but all I see is the China (ColorOS) version.

[@kierenkd]

3 years OS updates and 4 years patching on this one. It would be helpful see more of Funtouch to see how multi-window is. If there are a secure app features (like Samsung) or dual-messenger etc.

[@radan26245]

Secure apps on samsung is just a gimmick

[@kierenkd]

@@radan26245 How so? It's another later of security both through obscurity and pass protected encryption

[@jinraigami3349]

Just like iOS, most recent Android OS aren't that different.

[@DariuszTech]

Love its design. Amazing spec but let down by the selfie camera. Great review as always Chris

[@javierstrive3356]

Too Small 16 MP WTF !!! 😉🙃😑

[@butter5144]

😂

[@DariuszTech]

@@javierstrive3356 no 4k

[@ethanspfit]

Wow. Actually blown away by those good this is. Price is gonna be the determining factor

[@ChusHerrera1189]

I saw that the price on Vivo website is the equivalent of 670 euro and 570 pounds for the preorder. It is possible to be a little higher.

[@ethanspfit]

@@ChusHerrera1189 not bad. Under 700 euro is very competitive

[@g_ravasz]

@@ethanspfit Hi. ￡477.95 on Aliexpress 256gb On another online store 747 euros 16GB Ram and 1TB storage.

[@pareklund]

I've only found two European dealers so far. Price is 939 EUR or 800 CHF... That is 300 USD more than the Chinese version

[@funfacts249]

I got mine for 600 16+512. From china

[@CHAGUACEDALUIS]

Where did you buy it ..I'm looking for funtouch OS and I only can find it with China software

[@saiyadrizwan6007]

When will the unboxing video of OnePlus 12 come out?

[@Patrick-jp5ex]

Great review, but, can you do one for the iQOO 12 Pro? 😃

[@AhmadKhan-tu1mb]

Hi thanks for your videos plzcan you say where you get that wallpapers❤

[@itsjacobwhat]

Another good video, Thanks Uncle Spurt. 😊

[@pomerau]

IP64 on GSMArena written review and specs. 3 years of OS updates it says. Ships with Android 14 from November (Chinese variant) - so will get Android 17?? No mention of longer security.

[@zippyfinleyadventures]

That thing is an absolute monster innit

[@mw9543]

Bananarama! Amazing tech, beautifull phone ! Nice review, thank you ❤😊

[@anjansharma8631]

I have seen him have an ai hoshino wallpaper a kana one and a mem cho one only akane left. Also where do you get those

[@hhhmmmmmmmm]

“Astrography.” Love it

[@sahasanth8589]

Which smartwatch would pair well with this phone? I was thinking of buying samsung’s but read that it would lose some features and have to be re - paired everytime we walk out of the room.

[@mosankoane4938]

Try earbuds that supports snap dragon sound, curious to know if the difference is night and day

[@migsfarooqui3254]

@techsprut where do you get your anime wall papers? Sooo cool

[@MSTUDIO1324]

wow is a new brand that I knew and I love it, great products

[@BlueSky-iz7bj]

Will this be available in the UK?

[@AKMALARIFni_setia]

Where you got it the wallpaper,I want it😢

[@g_ravasz]

Hi, Chris. iQOO 12 IP 64 and 12 PRO is IP 68 rated. Great review as always.

[@TheMagnitudo]

Where's the 12 Pro ? 🤔

[@piplupempoleon4225]

​@@TheMagnitudochina only for now

[@relaxingsounds4aclearmind]

Have it for a month and im in love with this phone

[@jakwalker7948]

Where did you buy it from? 🤔

[@striving_ALONE]

When the iqoo neo 9 series releases can u get ur hands on it immediately ? Ur my favorite foreign tech reviewer ❤

[@andrevieirasilva6902]

hi, great review. I'm from portugal, how can i buy this or any other iqoo global version? i can only find chinese version... thank you

[@BackToWar100]

No new phone has the camera menu made to look unique like my old Allview X1 Xtreme aka Gionee E7.

[@mohammedarafat7162]

Where can you buy this in the UK?

[@moguri9856]

Do you plan to review k70 series as well?

[@chaikris71]

How does this phone perform in the US specifically Tmobile network?

[@bazanime]

11:12 Very good photo results from this first batch of phones with the new chip. Suddenly hungry for a salt beef sandwich and cake dessert. 😋

[@Dontae_559]

I just received this phone on monday and i love it i was coming from a iphone 13 pro and i must say this phone wipes it out the park

[@nsFana]

Did you notice any major differences in camera quality when comparing the two? I've been thinking about switching myself :)

[@Dontae_559]

@@nsFana the camera quality is actually pretty good i vidoe wise its pretty good and usable. Its not iphone quality of course but its. Damn near close. Picture wise well i think androids take better pictures in general now and im a apple head well was an apple head. You cant go wrong with high end flagship android phones rather thats from anyone. I watch a-lot of flossy carter and he gives great reviews on all phones android and iOS

[@Heavymetalhead360]

"that screen is a butterfly's ballsack short of 6.8 inches" cracked me up

[@samitha6896]

what is better buy pixel 7 pro or pixel 8 ser?

[@ncode03]

Just got Poco f5 on a bargain because 8gen3 came out. I'll get a phone with this chip in 3 years when 8gen 5 is out lol

[@5183adam]

How much did u pay

[@palooza0069]

How is poco f5 in gaming? Does is throttle quickly?

[@a.ranwar34]

​@@palooza0069without cooler...there is a throttling but not much

[@palooza0069]

@@a.ranwar34 thanks, was considering in buying it.

[@Cod_Imperium]

Sounds about right😂😂😂

[@camotech1314]

I have the IQOO 12 in red, it's amazing ❤

[@davidchilds1443]

Chris, how does it stack up to the pixel 8 pro and s23 ultra?

[@gwales10]

Will be better but hard trying to find a global there is only a China version half baked

[@Jbrimbelibap]

Will you review Meizu m21 ? 8gen3 phone with a smallish 6.55" screen

[@olivur_1459]

Where do you get your wallpapers from?

[@TheWuggypums]

LoDsss. can u also review meizu 21 also has a snapdragon 8 gen 3 love to see it in a future looking forward for that.. Cheers

[@gwales10]

Available UK?

[@KepokLekor69]

i hope this channel have giveaways..just needed Poco F5 😊

[@GopinathYakkati]

What is the website of anime wallpaper are using in all mobiles?

[@amaltorres]

how to get the wallpaper you have set ?

[@Tonysdh47]

Bought it few months ago tested in 47 degree temp outside only ceiling fan was on performance of cpu throttle is 87 percentage max performance which is amazing

[@jasonmcmeekin2214]

How much Chris the phone looks good but I know it won't be available in the republic of Ireland

[@skyMcWeeds]

Arima Kana on the display its an automatic win for us boys!!

[@harshthakur4919]

Best Girl

[@naveenpingula]

Where I can download your using every video Anime wallpapers Plz reply brother

[@ghostbuster-gr121]

Where can i find those beautiful wallpapers you are using?im asking for a friend

[@ZOOOKAGE]

Oneplus 12 now too thanks!

[@franciscoliquito4136]

What app of wallpapers did he use for the anime wallpapers

[@azharsadat97]

Good review

[@Rahul_xbad]

From where you got wallpaper ?

[@sagimonty]

Is this phone support VoNR and 5g carrier aggregation?

[@albin2232]

Any phone made within the last two years is good enough.

[@1996starter]

Hello sir what can you recommend for budget gaming phone for smooth genshin experience and a good video camera

[@blues05]

Either Nothing Phone 2 or Poco F5

[@TheMagnitudo]

​@@blues05😂😂😂

[@kostas12085]

Where can I buy this in Europe? With fun touch OS not the Chinese version

[@nishidrai7951]

Is that sot on data or wifi or mixed?😊

[@nicolarucci4470]

Very interesting 🎉 I was just wondering if you could help me choose the best one between IQ0012, One plus 12 or Xiaomi 14 pro?

[@TheCrownKing007]

iQOO

[@piplupempoleon4225]

One plus for better camera, everything else iqoo, xiaomi have worse software

[@Nxgopal221]

Nice video 🎉🎉 ❤❤

[@My40Love]

One of the phones of the year

[@amansinghal5088]

where do you get these wallpaper

[@Havenohandle546]

May I ask where to buy the device

[@Zeeleghari]

Wao nyc sir Love from pakistan❤❤❤

[@user-ij3pk2yw2s]

Does anyone know where to buy the global version?

[@johnchambers1573]

Well you be reviewing any umidigi a15

[@Rechinu1]

Is it global rom?

[@PhazonBlaxor]

Is the SoT with wifi or mobile data? I'm on mobile data 24/7 and have noticed these SoT promises never apply to me.

[@rifkipramana]

Mine got 5 hours on mobile data and 7+ hours with wifi

[@TheMak1985]

Waiting for Oppo Find either X6 or X7 to the UK

[@dwvids7204]

Is this phone officially getting released in the UK, or do we still have to order the phone from some dodgy chinese resale website with a global rom?

[@Corinth8767]

I'm wondering the exact same

[@piplupempoleon4225]

Iqoo available in euro price, that means EU official, but wait some country not in EU😅

[@iPhonenaire]

Love that camera design. The name is a little cheesy for my IQ😏though

[@sabbirsword]

0:07 where can i get that wallpaper?

[@CR33D404]

i would like to see a MEIZU 21 review

[@npi243]

Is it released in mainland Europe and does it come with Google Play support?

[@TheCrownKing007]

Yes

[@npi243]

@@TheCrownKing007 When?

[@rijomanjaly2546]

How can buy in UK for global version?

[@Zloy_19]

Всем привет из России...Ну ничего такой IQOO 12... думаю его купить. Спасибо за хороший обзор)

[@user-ex4us3qi7l]

Ждём обзоры, тоже рассматриваю. Жаль фронталку в углу не сделали

[@EmmieSuksai]

Ik begrijp niets

[@Zloy_19]

@@EmmieSuksai Не понимаешь? Ну так воспользуйся гугл-переводчиком

[@AtomicCortex]

I saw a short saying this is the first graphene battery ever in a phone?

[@tuandanial_]

Where do you get anime wallpaper from?

[@BUY_YOUTUB_VIEWS_499]

I'll be rewatching this when I need a pick-me-up.

[@Katuniiss]

what is the name of the app you have for anime ☺️

[@wassimbouguechal]

Thank u man

[@kurejirin]

07:52 maybe if you cast to a monitor or TV (I don't know if there is hdmi on type c feature) it might make a difference

[@daddyyyyyyyyyyyy]

*4:24** what 2k?, isn't it 1.5k?*

[@ab-15188]

Is it worth the buy if I'm currently a iPhone 15 Pro Max user? Or does it feel like a downgrade? I wanting myself another gaming phone which can be atleast be on par with my iPhone or even better in term of overall specs

[@derilriordan4109]

If you already have a phone and still want something to game on it, just get a ROG Ally.

[@SkywalkerPaul]

Watching on my Redmi Note 8 Pro 😊

[@redhawk1105]

Anyone knows the link for those fancy wallpapers??