Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $180 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 53/100 vs 30/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (983,562 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo iQOO Z11x
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Overall rating 30/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 983562 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $180
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 23 points higher (53/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (58/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 74/100; 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 Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (58/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 983562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Vivo iQOO Z11x was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (58/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 23 points (53/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (58/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Vivo iQOO Z11x (79/100 vs 32/100).