Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 30/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 299g
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 828
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 34 points higher (64/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (74/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (58/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 34 points (64/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.