Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 18/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP.
Samsung Galaxy A12
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 19 points higher (37/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (81/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | — | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (81/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A12 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.