Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 40/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 54/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 30 points higher (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Infinix Hot 12 Play
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In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (79/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 30 points (70/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.