Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Samsung Galaxy M12
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy M12 (2021) runs on the Exynos 850. Both devices score the same overall rating of 29/100. Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Samsung Galaxy M12
What makes Samsung Galaxy A21s better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 221g
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M12 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (31/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Samsung Galaxy M12 received the same MobileRank rating — 29/100. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 16/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M12 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M12 and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M12 (55/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Samsung Galaxy M12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS IPS | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11, One UI 3.0 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 164.0×75.9×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy M12
- Main: 48MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M12
- 6.5" PLS IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A21s and Samsung Galaxy M12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
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Samsung Galaxy M12
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 16/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M12 is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M12 and the Samsung Galaxy A21s are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M12 (55/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Samsung Galaxy M12?
Both devices scored 29/100. They are identical on performance — 16/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Samsung Galaxy A21s (55/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Samsung Galaxy M12?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy M12 — 29/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Samsung Galaxy M12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Samsung Galaxy A21s (55/100 vs 30/100).