Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo Y16
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo Y16 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. Both devices score the same overall rating of 30/100. Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y16 doesn't; the Vivo Y16 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo Y16
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 10/100)
What makes Vivo Y16 better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 205g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (39/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo Y16 received the same MobileRank rating — 30/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y16 leads (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y16 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y16 (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y16 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo Y16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×75.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y16
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y16
- 6.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y16
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo Y16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y16
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y16 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y16 (29/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y16 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y16?
Both devices scored 30/100. They are identical on performance — 19/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Vivo Y16 (67/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo Y16?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y16 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y16?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo Y16?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Vivo Y16 (67/100 vs 46/100).