Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A12
Quick Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Samsung Galaxy A12. In terms of display resolution, Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Samsung Galaxy A12 which has resolution of 1560 x 720. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Samsung Galaxy A12
| Name | Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Samsung Galaxy A12 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7 in | 6.5 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 64 MP Quad | 48 MP Quad |
| Price | Rs. 37999 | Rs. 10499 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is March 17, 2021. The cost of Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 37999. The launch Date of the second phone is February 16, 2020. The cost of Samsung Galaxy A12 is Rs. 10499.
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A12 has screen size of 6.5 inches which falls short to Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 6.7 inch screen. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has Super AMOLED Screen type where as Samsung Galaxy A12 has Screen type. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has display density of 393 PPI & Samsung Galaxy A12 has only 264 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Samsung Galaxy A12 has better screen to body ratio of ~ 85.8% than Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s ~ 84.9%. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Samsung Galaxy A12 has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Samsung Galaxy A12's lower 4 GB RAM. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Samsung Galaxy A12 (64 GB).
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 64 MP Quad Rear Camera outshines Samsung Galaxy A12's 48 MP Quad Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 32 MP Front Camera in comparison to Samsung Galaxy A12's 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 11 and the second one on 10 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Samsung Galaxy A72 (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Samsung Galaxy A12 |
| General | ||
| Model | Galaxy A72 | Galaxy A12 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | March 17, 2021 | February 16, 2020 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 77.4 x 165 x 8.4 mm | 75.8 x 164 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 203 g | 205 g |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color Super AMOLED Screen | Color PLS IPS (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.5 inches, 720 x 1560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 393 PPI | ~ 264 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 84.9% | ~ 85.8% |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 64 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 1 TB | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass | Accelerometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1 m upto 30 min | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 64 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 8 MP ƒ/2.4 (Telephoto) 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 5 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro | 48 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) 5 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Depth Sensor) |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Panorama, HDR, Single Take, Night Mode | panorama, HDR |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 32 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole, Screen Flash | 8 MP ƒ/2.2 |
| Front Video Recording | K @ 30 fps, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v11 | Android v10, upgradable to v11 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Mediatek Helio P35 |
| CPU | 2.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.3 GHz Kryo 465 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 465 Silver | 4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 618 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 25W Fast Charging | Yes, 15W Fast Charging |