Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 199,111).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $499
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 95.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (97/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (65/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (75/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.