Nokia C12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads — 75/100 vs 22/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia C12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 215g).
Nokia C12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Lighter: 177g vs 215g
- Overall rating 22/100
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (76/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 scores 53 points higher (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (76/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (76/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Nokia C12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Nokia C12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Nokia C12
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia C12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C12
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C12
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In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (78/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (76/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (39/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Nokia C12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 53 points (75/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.