Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 18/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 48 points higher (66/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100. In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (56/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| 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 12, XOS 10 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 45/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (56/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 48 points (66/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.