HTC U12 life
$180
Overview
HTC U12 life is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 636 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3600 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC U12 life
The display of HTC U12 life measures 6 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC U12 life features 2 rear cameras: 16 main, 5MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC U12 life has 3600mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of HTC U12 life is powered by the Snapdragon 636 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 509 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1300 single-core and 4900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 115000.
The memory of HTC U12 life offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of HTC U12 life includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC U12 life weighs 175g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 158.5 x 75.4 x 8.3 mm.
The software of HTC U12 life runs Android 8.1 (Oreo) with HTC Sense. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC U12 life
HTC U12 life has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
HTC U12 life with Snapdragon 636 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HTC U12 life receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC U12 life has a 3600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC U12 life at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC U12 life supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
HTC U12 life is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC U12 life has a 6-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC U12 life delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 636
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $152.82 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 158.5 x 75.4 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 175 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Moonlight Blue", "Twilight Purple"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 76 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 636 |
| CPU | Octa-Core CPU, 8x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 509 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1300 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 115000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | CMOS BSI |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 5MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Built-in DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3600 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic charging optimization |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | HTC Sense |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, SIM ejector tool |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!