Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo Y53t 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads — 18/100 vs 11/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't; the Vivo Y53t 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A12 scores 7 points higher (18/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (23/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo Y53t 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 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 | — | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 6.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (23/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (67/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.