Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $150 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 22/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 is faster in AnTuTu (749,719 vs 362,744).
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 198g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $182
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 749719 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 1008 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2758 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (29/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 10 points higher (32/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (29/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $150 | $182 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy A26 leads Redmi 12 by 51.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $32. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $32.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (29/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.