Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 18/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 203g vs 205g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (46/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 13 points higher (31/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A12 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A12 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.