Infinix Note 12 (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Infinix Note 12 (2023) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 18/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 408,000); the Infinix Note 12 (2023) is noticeably lighter (195g vs 214g).
Infinix Note 12 (2023)
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 408000
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1890
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 (2023) vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 57 points higher (75/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 (2023) | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.5×7.8 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Infinix Note 12 (2023)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Infinix Note 12 (2023)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Note 12 (2023)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Infinix Note 12 (2023) and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Infinix Note 12 (2023) by 88.4% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Note 12 (2023)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (86/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (56/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) by 57 points (75/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Note 12 (2023) has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 (2023) over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Infinix Note 12 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.