Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy A16
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads — 25/100 vs 18/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't.
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 200g
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A16, the Samsung Galaxy A16 scores 7 points higher (25/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy A16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 503850 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 77 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 edges out the Infinix Hot 12 Play by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.