Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo Y3
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo Y3 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads — 30/100 vs 27/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y3 doesn't; the Vivo Y3 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo Y3
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Better display (39/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo Y3, the Samsung Galaxy A12 scores 3 points higher (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (29/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y3 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (29/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo Y3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1544 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 9.0 (Pie); Funtouch 9.0 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 159.4×76.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y3
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y3
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1544
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Vivo Y3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Vivo Y3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 19/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y3 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (29/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y3 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y3?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 edges out the Vivo Y3 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo Y3?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y3 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y3?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo Y3?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y3 is a better fit for everyday use.