Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 30/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 249g
- Overall rating 30/100
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 43 points higher (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (74/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 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 Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (74/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 43 points (73/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.