Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $180 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 30/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 199,111).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $300
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 35 points higher (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (69/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (69/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 35 points (65/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.