Samsung Galaxy A10 vs Samsung Galaxy A12

Our verdict: Screen size goes to the Samsung Galaxy A12 with its 6.5" display. For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads with a 48MP main camera. For video calls and selfies, the Samsung Galaxy A10 offers a 13MP front camera. For a lighter carry, the Samsung Galaxy A10 wins at 168g.

Screen
6.2" 6.5"
Display
IPS LCD Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution
720 x 1520 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
271 270
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 7884 Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65
Storage
32GB, 64GB 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android 10
SIM Type
Nano SIM Standard SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
155.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
Weight
168 grams 205 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£79.98 £79.95
Samsung Galaxy A10 Samsung Galaxy A10 Samsung Galaxy A12 Samsung Galaxy A12
Screen 6.2" 6.5"
Display IPS LCD Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution 720 x 1520 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 271 270
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 7884 Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65
Storage 32GB, 64GB 32GB, 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android 10
SIM Type Nano SIM Standard SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 155.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
Weight 168 grams 205 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £79.98 £79.95
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A12?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A10's 6.2", both screens are similarly sharp at around 271 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A10 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A12 has a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A12?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A12?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A12?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is available in 32GB, 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 comes in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A12 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 is powered by the Exynos 7884, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 uses the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A12?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A10 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A12 is more compact. It's 37g lighter at 168 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A12 is actually the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A10 or Samsung Galaxy A12?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A10 and Samsung Galaxy A12 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A10 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A12 runs Android 10. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.