Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A90 5G and Samsung Galaxy A12 suit different priorities. The A90 5G is stronger for display quality, helped by a sharper 393 PPI display, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, while the A12 is better suited to its Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel and a larger 5,000 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the A90 5G for display quality; choose the A12 if screen size matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A12 is the cheaper buy at £95 SIM-free.

Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
270 393
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android 10 Android
SIM Type
Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
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 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight
205 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
£94.99 £169.99
Samsung Galaxy A12 Samsung Galaxy A12 Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Samsung Galaxy A90 5G
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 270 393
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 32GB, 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android
SIM Type Standard SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
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 164.8 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm
Weight 205 grams 206 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free £94.99 £169.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A12's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has the sharper display at 393 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A12 uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G 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 A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £94.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is available in 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is powered by the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65, while the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G uses the Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (205 grams vs 206 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A12 or Samsung Galaxy A90 5G?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A12 and Samsung Galaxy A90 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A12 runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy A90 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.