Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Samsung Galaxy A12
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $135 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 18/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A04
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $180
- Better camera (24/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Overall rating 18/100
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 1 points higher (19/100 vs 18/100). 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 and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $135 | $180 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $45. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $45.
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 and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (24/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (60/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 18/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.