Samsung Galaxy A12

Name: Samsung Galaxy A12
Brand: Samsung

Samsung · 2020 27.07.2026 · updated 29.07.2026

Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) is a budget phone from Samsung. MobileRank rating: 30/100. Performance 19/100, camera 29/100, battery 52/100, display 32/100, portability 46/100.

MediaTek Helio P35

5000 mAh

48 MP

$180

Faster than 6% of smartphones in AnTuTu

Specifications

Processor	MediaTek Helio P35
Display	6.5" IPS LCD, 60Hz
RAM	3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage	32GB / 64GB / 128GB
Battery	5000 mAh · ≈9.0 hrs of active use*
Charging	No wireless charging
OS	—
Dimensions	164.0 × 75.8 × 8.9 mm
Weight	205g
NFC	yes
Launch price	$180

* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.

Cameras

Main	48MP
Front	8MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 199111

Geekbench Single 476

Geekbench Multi 828

Based on AnTuTu results, Samsung Galaxy A12 is faster than 6% of smartphones in our database. This device is from the budget segment.

Performance

Overview and verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A12 — a budget phone from Samsung released in 2020 — runs on the MediaTek Helio P35. Its overall MobileRank rating is 30/100. In benchmarks, the device scores 199,111 in AnTuTu and 476/828 in Geekbench 6. The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor (score: 29/100). With a 5000 mAh battery and a launch price of $180, value for money scores 26/100.

Pros

Current 2020 model

Cons

Limited performance for demanding games
Modest camera capabilities
No wireless charging
High price ($180)
No telephoto camera

Best for: The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers.

Launch price and where to check today's

$180 Launch price

This is the launch price. We do not track current retail prices and make no claim about whether today's is higher or lower: check the stores below. Prices vary by store, region, and configuration.

Yandex Market Ozon Wildberries

Frequently asked questions

What processor does the Samsung Galaxy A12 have?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 runs on the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset. It scores 199,111 points in AnTuTu.

What is the Samsung Galaxy A12's rating?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 scores 30 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 19/100, camera 29/100, battery 52/100, display 32/100, portability 46/100.

How much does the Samsung Galaxy A12 cost?

At launch the Samsung Galaxy A12 cost $180. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 26/100.

What battery does the Samsung Galaxy A12 have?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a 5000 mAh battery. Battery score: 52/100.

Is the Samsung Galaxy A12 worth buying?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers. Overall rating — 30/100 (budget phone).

MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 19

Display 32

Camera 29

Battery 52

Portability 46

Value for money 26

The score is built from the five categories below (weights are in the methodology); 100% of the weight is known. Value for money is computed separately and is not part of the overall score. How the rating works →