Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 30/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 199,111); the Samsung Galaxy A12 is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $180 vs $1500
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 58 points higher (88/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $180 | $1500 |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1320. Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper by $1320.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (96/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (93/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 58 points (88/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.