Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $180 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 30/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $950
- Better portability (46/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 61 points higher (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (99/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 61 points (91/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.