Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (2022) runs on the Unisoc T610, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 17/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 209g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 58 points higher (75/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T610 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (86/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a bit better (38/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC by 58 points (75/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.