Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 30/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 199,111).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $650
- Overall rating 30/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 54 points higher (84/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 93.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (73/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 54 points (84/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.