Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 828
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 205g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (52/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (73/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (97/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 93.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $919. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $919 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (73/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (52/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (97/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.