Lumio Note 12 Review
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A lot of phone for under 300 euros, with a great screen and battery. Gamers should look higher.
- Good for
- Students and anyone on a tight budget
- Skip it if
- Heavy mobile gamers
Where to buy
Prices checked September 18, 2026. They can change at any time.
How it scored
- Performance4.0
- Camera4.1
- Battery4.6
- Display4.4
- Value for money4.8
What we liked
- Excellent price
- AMOLED screen at this price
- Long battery life
- Headphone jack
What could be better
- Only 3 years of updates
- Average low light photos
- Some preinstalled apps
Specifications
| Display | 6.67 inch AMOLED, 120 Hz |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM / Storage | 8 GB / 256 GB |
| Main camera | 108 MP + 8 MP ultra wide |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W wired |
| OS / Updates | Android 15, 3 years of updates |
| Weight | 187 g |
| Release date | January 2026 |
| Last tested | September 18, 2026 |
On this page
The Lumio Note 12 shows how good budget phones have become. For under 300 euros you get an AMOLED screen, a 108 MP camera and a battery that easily lasts a full day.
Screen and design
The 6.67 inch AMOLED is the best part. Colours are rich and 120 Hz makes it feel quick. The plastic frame is light but feels a bit cheaper than the Zentra.
Performance
Daily apps, social media and video run smoothly. Demanding games need lower settings.
Battery
With 5100 mAh it lasts a full day and more. The 45 W charger needs about an hour.
Who should buy it
- Students and anyone on a tight budget
- Skip it if: heavy mobile gamers
Compared with similar models
| Lumio Note 12 | Kova A5 | Zentra Z9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Price | €279.00 | €169.00 | €449.00 |
| Display | 6.67 inch AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.5 inch LCD, 90 Hz | 6.7 inch AMOLED, 120 Hz, 2400 nits |
| Chipset | Dimensity 7300 | Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 |
| RAM / Storage | 8 GB / 256 GB | 4 GB / 128 GB | 8 GB / 256 GB |
| Main camera | 108 MP + 8 MP ultra wide | 50 MP | 50 MP + 12 MP ultra wide + 10 MP 3x tele |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh |
Questions buyers ask
Does the global version work in Europe?
Yes, it supports all main EU 4G and 5G bands.
Is there a warranty from AliExpress?
Sellers usually give 1 year. Amazon DE gives the full 2 year EU warranty.
Can I remove the preinstalled apps?
Most of them can be uninstalled in Settings.
What buyers say about Lumio Note 12
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Good but some bloat
Fast enough. Had to remove a few apps first.
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Perfect for the price
Bought it for my son, great screen and battery.
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