iQOO 12 Anniversary Edition Launches in India: Price, Specifications, and Availability

iQOO launched the iQOO 12, India's first Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 phone, in December 2023. Now, to commemorate their fourth anniversary in the country, iQOO is introducing a special edition of the phone - the iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition.
iQOO 12 Anniversary Edition
iQOO 12 Anniversary Edition
This new edition boasts a stunning red vegan leather finish, replacing the glass back found on the original Legend and Alpha colour variants. While the internals remain unchanged, the Desert Red Anniversary Edition offers a stylish alternative for those seeking a phone that stands out.

iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition - Price and Availability:

iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition
iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition
The iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition comes in two configurations:
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: Rs 52,999
  • 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: Rs 57,999
Available for purchase starting April 9th on Amazon and the iQOO website, the phone also comes with some attractive launch offers:
  • Rs 3,000 instant discount with ICICI and HDFC Bank cards
  • No-cost EMI for up to 9 months

iQOO 12 Anniversary Edition Specifications:

The iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition packs the same powerful specifications as the original iQOO 12:
  • Display: 6.78-inch 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display with 2K resolution (2800 × 1260 pixels), HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 3000 nits.
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC with an Adreno GPU and a dedicated Q1 chipset for enhanced gaming performance.
  • RAM and Storage: Up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
  • Operating System: Android 14 with OriginOS 4.0 custom skin.
  • Camera: Triple rear camera system with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 64MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. On the front, a 16MP camera takes care of selfies and video calls.
  • Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.

Verdict:

The iQOO 12 Desert Red Anniversary Edition offers a stylish and powerful option for users looking for a high-end smartphone. With its impressive specifications, attractive launch offers, and unique red colourway, this anniversary edition is sure to turn heads.