Infinix Note 12i vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Infinix Note 12i (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 35/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note 12i has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); 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 Note 12i doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (46/100 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
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 198g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 39 points higher (74/100 vs 35/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i leads (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | 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 | 720x1640 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Infinix Note 12i by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 39 points (74/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.