Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 30/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 199,111).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo X300s
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $723
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 59 points higher (89/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 94.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $543. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $543 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (95/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 59 points (89/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.