Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $120 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 13/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Cheaper: $120 vs $135
- Overall rating 13/100
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 6 points higher (19/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100. In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $120 | $135 |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $15. Redmi 12C is cheaper by $15.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Redmi 12C by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.