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Xiaomi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi 12

Xiaomi 12
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$749 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G BETTER THAN Xiaomi 12?

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Xiaomi 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5GWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi 12Samsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,300 mAh+4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67WStandard67W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.28"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight179gN/A179g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12:
  • ✓820g lighter chassis (179g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9250 lower launch MSRP ($749 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 4,500 mAh battery capacity (+200 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 12Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.28"6.9"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (419 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,100 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX76650 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom5 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera13 MP, f/2.4N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
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 Lens32 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mmN/A
Weight179 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi 12 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$749Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12:
Larger battery capacity: 4,500 mAh (+200 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W
When to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 85.2 · Significantly larger display: 6.9" vs max 6.28" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Xiaomi 12 (85.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 85.2 and Significantly larger display: 6.9" vs max 6.28" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G features a 6.9-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G scores 80/100.

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