Galaxy S9 vs iPhone 12: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S9
iPhone 12
Too close to call: 1 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 124060
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityGalaxy S96563
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueTie6868
- Galaxy S9 has the bigger battery3,000 mAh vs 2,815 mAh
- iPhone 12 charges faster20W vs 15W
- iPhone 12 has the bigger screen6.1" vs 5.8"
- Galaxy S9 is lighter163 g vs 164 g
- Galaxy S9 launched cheaper$720 vs $799
- iPhone 12 has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 8 MP
- iPhone 12 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S9 and iPhone 12 are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S9 for its bigger battery (3,000 mAh vs 2,815 mAh) and lighter body (163 g vs 164 g), or the iPhone 12 for its faster charging (20W vs 15W) and bigger screen (6.1" vs 5.8").
Reliable all-round performance.
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S9 or iPhone 12?
It's a close call. Pick the Galaxy S9 for its bigger battery (3,000 mAh vs 2,815 mAh) and lighter body (163 g vs 164 g), or the iPhone 12 for its faster charging (20W vs 15W) and bigger screen (6.1" vs 5.8"). BeastScore: Galaxy S9 64.8/100, iPhone 12 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S9 and iPhone 12?
Galaxy S9 has a 5.8-inch display and 3000 mAh battery. iPhone 12 has a 6.1-inch display and 2815 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S9 and iPhone 12 compare for speed?
Galaxy S9 scores 64/100 for performance; iPhone 12 scores 64/100.
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