Nokia C12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 71/100 vs 22/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia C12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 199g).
Nokia C12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Lighter: 177g vs 199g
- Overall rating 22/100
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 49 points higher (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (45/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Nokia C12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Nokia C12
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia C12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C12
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (81/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (45/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 49 points (71/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.