Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE leads — 34/100 vs 19/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy A04
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 35/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 192g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE scores 15 points higher (34/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE leads (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Xiaomi 12 Lite NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 840330 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1039 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2885 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 20 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $135 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Samsung Galaxy A04 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (42/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (86/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE leads on camera score (42/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is a better fit for everyday use.