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 — 54/100 vs 18/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); 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 noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 36 points higher (54/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | 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 | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (45/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (97/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
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 36 points (54/100 vs 18/100).
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 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.