Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 30/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $899
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 58 points higher (88/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 94.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $719. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $719 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 58 points (88/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.