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Xiaomi 12 vs Galaxy A57 5G

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Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12

85/ 100

Launch MSRP$749 USD

Samsung · 2026

Galaxy A57 5G

85/ 100

Launch MSRP$549 USD

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xiaomi 12 BETTER THAN Galaxy A57 5G?

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Xiaomi 12Winner 🏆

Galaxy A57 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Xiaomi 12	Galaxy A57	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,000 mAh	+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	67W	45W	67W Max
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.28"	6.7"	6.7"
Chassis Weight	179g	179g	179g

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12:

✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.28" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

Reasons to buy Galaxy A57 5G:

✓$200 lower launch MSRP ($549 vs $749)
✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Xiaomi 12	Galaxy A57 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen Size	6.28"	6.7"
Resolution & Density	2400x1080 (419 ppi)	2340x1080 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,100 nits peak	1,900 nits peak
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 12	Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB	128GB / 256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Telephoto Zoom	5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	13 MP, f/2.4	8 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	32 MP, f/2.45	12 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm	161.7 x 76.7 x 6.9 mm
Weight	179 g	179 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP53	IP67
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Galaxy A57 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	4,500 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	67W wired fast charging	45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging	50W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth	5.2	5.3
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 2.0	USB-C 2.0
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$749	$549

Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12:

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

When to buy Galaxy A57 5G:

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

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs Galaxy A57 5G

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

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 primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 and Galaxy A57 5G?

Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Galaxy A57 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and Galaxy A57 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy A57 5G scores 88/100.

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WHY IS Xiaomi 12 BETTER THAN Galaxy A57 5G?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs Galaxy A57 5G

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

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

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and Galaxy A57 5G?

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