Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Exynos 850 (8 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2021).
2021 · Lower-mid-range · Android 11 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.5" · 164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Chipset Exynos 850 (8 nm)
RAM 3GB | 4GB
Storage 128GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 48 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Exynos 850 (8 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Also Known As
Also known as Samsung Galaxy A12s
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 850 (8 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
OS
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
RAM
3GB | 4GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
270 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
PLS LCD
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
205g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support fast charging?› Yes, up to 15W (15W wired).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho ships with Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho use?› The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
