Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $180 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 199,111).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Cheaper: $180 vs $899
- Overall rating 30/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (93/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (63/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $180 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 93.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $719. Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper by $719.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (93/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (63/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.