Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 18/100 (a 14-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 A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't.
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 14 points higher (32/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (29/100 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 A26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (29/100 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 A26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Infinix Hot 12 Play — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.