Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy A12
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $1199 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 18/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 205g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 38 points higher (56/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (90/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $180 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 712.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1019. Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper by $1019.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (33/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (90/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (43/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 38 points (56/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (33/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.