Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $180 and $191. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 30/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 199,111).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Xiaomi 14
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4610 mAh
- Cheaper: $180 vs $191
- Overall rating 30/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 828
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 205g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 45 points higher (75/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (82/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (61/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 138 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $180 | $191 |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 14 leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $11. Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper by $11.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (82/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (85/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (71/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (61/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 45 points (75/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.