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Galaxy A57 5G vs Xiaomi 12: Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy A57 5G

Galaxy A57 5G
85/ 100
Launch price$549
Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12

Xiaomi 12
85/ 100
Launch price$749
Head-to-head

Xiaomi 12 wins 4 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy A57 5G
Galaxy A57 5G
4 wins
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 12
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Galaxy A57 5GXiaomi 12
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedXiaomi 12
    80
    90
  • CameraXiaomi 12
    88
    91
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieXiaomi 12
    60
    88
  • BatteryGalaxy A57 5G
    86
    80
  • DisplayGalaxy A57 5G
    88
    86
  • ConnectivityXiaomi 12
    68
    70
  • SecurityGalaxy A57 5G
    86
    34
  • ValueGalaxy A57 5G
    80
    68
Key differences
  • Galaxy A57 5G has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • Xiaomi 12 charges faster67W vs 45W
  • Galaxy A57 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.28"
  • Galaxy A57 5G launched cheaper$549 vs $749
  • Xiaomi 12 has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
  • Galaxy A57 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • Xiaomi 12 has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Xiaomi 12 has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Exynos 1680
  • Xiaomi 12 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E vs Wi-Fi 6
  • Galaxy A57 5G is better protected from water and dustIP67 vs IP53
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A57 5G
  • ✓$200 cheaper at launch ($549 vs $749)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.28" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy A57 5GXiaomi 12
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Display
Screen typeSuper AMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.7"6.28"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (385 ppi)2400x1080 (419 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,900 nits peak1,100 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorExynos 1680 (4nm)Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsXclipse 550Adreno 730
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.213 MP, f/2.4
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.232 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161.7 x 76.7 x 6.9 mm152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm
Weight179 g179 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP67IP53
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging67W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$549$749
Our verdict

Xiaomi 12 wins — BeastScore 85.2/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi 12 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 45W.

Buy Galaxy A57 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Brighter screen: 1,900 nits peak vs 1,100 nits

Buy Xiaomi 12 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 45W

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy A57 5G or Xiaomi 12?

Xiaomi 12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.2/100 compared to Galaxy A57 5G (84.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.2 vs top rival 84.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 45W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy A57 5G and Xiaomi 12?

Galaxy A57 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi 12 has a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.

How do Galaxy A57 5G and Xiaomi 12 compare for speed?

Galaxy A57 5G scores 80/100 for performance; Xiaomi 12 scores 90/100.

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