Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy A57
Our verdict: Visuals favour the Samsung Galaxy A57 — it's both bigger at 6.7" and sharper at 385 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A57 and its 50MP main camera. Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy A57 has a 32MP front camera. At just 179g, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is the more pocket-friendly option.
Samsung Galaxy A12
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Samsung Galaxy A57
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 270 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 32GB, 64GB, 128GB | 256GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | Standard SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 205 grams | 179 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | — |
£18.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £79.95 | £467.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A12's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A57 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A12 uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy A57 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 has a 50 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 A57?
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 A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A57 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A57 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A12 is more compact. It's 26g lighter at 179 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A12 is actually the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A57 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.