Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy A37
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 29/100 vs 18/100 (a 11-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 A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 195g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 195g
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 11 points higher (29/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (26/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1031048 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1140 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3346 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 180 g | |
| Price | — | $250 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (26/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (75/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably better than the Infinix Hot 12 Play — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.