Infinix Hot 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix Hot 12 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 30/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Hot 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 44 points higher (74/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (77/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (89/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix Hot 12 by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (77/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (89/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 by 44 points (74/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Hot 12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.