Samsung Galaxy S22 leads
by 5 points on overall. The category breakdown below shows where the gap comes from.
Galaxy S22 leads overall versus iPhone 12. Camera: 51.8 vs 74.
Scoring profile: balanced
Apple iPhone 12
Best for users who prioritize performance and software.
Samsung Galaxy S22
Best for users who prioritize camera and display.
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Spec table
Start with the key differences, then expand a section to check the full specifications.
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Full side-by-side mode
Resolution
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceDisplay Protection
Key differenceDisplay Size
Panel Type
HDR Support
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Close match | 6.1" | 6.1" |
Resolution Apple iPhone 12 leads | 1170 x 2532Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 60Hz | 120HzBetter |
Peak Brightness Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 1200 nits | 1300 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Apple iPhone 12 leads | 457 ppiBetter | 422 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
HDR Support Close match | Yes | Yes |
Display Protection Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | Ceramic Shield glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Better |
RAM
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage Type
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceRAM Type
CPU Clock
CPU Cores
CPU Cluster Speeds
AnTuTu Score
Storage
GPU
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
RAM Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 4GB | 8GBBetter |
RAM Type Different | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5 |
CPU Clock Different | 3.1GHz | 2.8GHz |
CPU Cores Different | 6 | 8 |
CPU Cluster Speeds Different | 2x3.1GHz + 4x1.8GHz | 1x2.8GHz + 3x2.50GHz + 4x1.8GHz |
AnTuTu Score Different | 568674 | 881428 |
Geekbench (Single) Apple iPhone 12 leads | 2050Better | 1500 |
Geekbench (Multi) Apple iPhone 12 leads | 4900Better | 3800 |
Storage Close match | 256GB | 256GB |
Storage Type Apple iPhone 12 leads | NVMeBetter | UFS 3.1 |
Chipset Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - Europe; Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROWBetter |
GPU Different | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Xclipse 920 - Europe; Adreno 730 - ROW |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Key differenceMax Video Resolution
Key differenceFront Camera
Key differenceFront Video Resolution
Key differenceDigital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Front Sensor
Front Aperture
Camera Features
| Specification | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 12MP | 50MPBetter |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 12MP + 12MP | 50MP + 12MP + 10MPBetter |
Rear Sensor Size Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 1/3.6 | 1/1.56Better |
Rear Aperture Apple iPhone 12 leads | f/1.6Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | None (no telephoto) | 3xBetter |
Digital Zoom Different | 5x | 30x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Samsung Galaxy S22 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound rec. | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EISBetter |
Front Camera Apple iPhone 12 leads | 12MPBetter | 10MP |
Front Sensor Different | 12MP TrueDepth camera | 10MP 1/3.24" front camera |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Apple iPhone 12 leads | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EISBetter | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features Different | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Galaxy S22 is the better choice overall. Key differences: Galaxy S22 scores higher for camera (74 vs 51.8). Galaxy S22 lasts longer on a charge (about 7.5h vs 7.4h of estimated screen-on time). However, iPhone 12 may still suit your needs better depending on your priorities.
Galaxy S22 scores higher overall than iPhone 12 once each category is weighted. Chipset: Exynos 2200 (4 nm) - Europe; Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - ROW vs Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) That makes Galaxy S22 the safer all-round pick, though iPhone 12 may lead in specific areas.
Best for users who prioritize performance and software. iPhone 12 excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for photographers and content creators. Galaxy S22 offers superior camera capabilities with strong display.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Apple iPhone 12 | Samsung Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 52,903 | ≈ Rs 55,020 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Apple iPhone 12 and Samsung Galaxy S22 can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Samsung Galaxy S22 scores higher overall once each category is weighted, making it the safer all‑round pick.
Samsung Galaxy S22 is the better choice overall, winning in 4 key categories.
The top differences are: Resolution (Apple iPhone 12 advantage), Refresh Rate (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage), Pixel Density (Apple iPhone 12 advantage), Display Protection (Samsung Galaxy S22 advantage).
Samsung Galaxy S22 delivers better camera performance overall.
Samsung Galaxy S22 tends to last longer on a charge.
Apple iPhone 12: non-PTA approximately Rs 52,903; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S22: non-PTA approximately Rs 55,020; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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