Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy A41
Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 6.5" on the Samsung Galaxy A12 versus 431 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy A41. You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A41 in your pocket at 152g. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy A12 starts from just £79.95. You get more storage flexibility with the Samsung Galaxy A12, which comes in 3 variants.
Samsung Galaxy A12
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Samsung Galaxy A41
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 270 | 431 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 8 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 | Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 |
| Storage | 32GB, 64GB, 128GB | 64GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android |
| SIM Type | Standard SIM | Standard SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm | 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 205 grams | 152 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | Not rated |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £79.95 | £109.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A41?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A41's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy A41 has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A12 uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy A41 has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A41?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A41 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 A12 or Samsung Galaxy A41?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.95.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A41?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A41 comes in 64GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A41 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A41 uses the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A41?
The Samsung Galaxy A41 is the more portable of the two — it's 53g lighter at 152 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A41?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A41 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy A41 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.