Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy M04
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Samsung Galaxy M04 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads — 30/100 vs 25/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M04 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Samsung Galaxy M04
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M04 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Better display (39/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Samsung Galaxy M04, the Samsung Galaxy A12 scores 5 points higher (30/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Samsung Galaxy M04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M04
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M04
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy M04, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M04
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M04 (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M04 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy M04?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M04 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Samsung Galaxy M04?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy M04 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy M04?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Samsung Galaxy M04?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Samsung Galaxy A12 (29/100 vs 10/100).