Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho vs. A22 5G: A Detailed Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A series consistently delivers excellent value, but choosing between models can be tricky. Today, we're pitting the Galaxy A12 Nacho against the Galaxy A22 5G to see which budget-friendly phone reigns supreme. We'll break down everything from display quality to performance and battery life.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A22 5G edges out the A12 Nacho thanks to its 5G connectivity, slightly more powerful processor, and generally improved performance. While the A12 Nacho remains a solid choice, the A22 5G offers a more future-proof and smoother experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho	Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
5G bands	-	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2021, August 09	2021, June 03
Status	Available. Released 2021, August 09	Available. Released 2021, June 24

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)	167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm (6.58 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	205 g (7.23 oz)	203 g (7.16 oz)

Display
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~399 ppi density)
Size	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~82.1% screen-to-body ratio)	6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~82.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	PLS LCD	TFT LCD, 90Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Exynos 850 (8 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52	Mali-G57 MC2
OS	Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1	Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI core 5

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	-

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Quad	48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), AF 5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	-
Single	8 MP, f/2.2	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Triple	-	48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1152p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP, f/2.2	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	FM radio, RDS, recording	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	Virtual proximity sensing	-

Battery
Charging	15W wired	15W wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue, Red	Gray, White, Mint, Violet
Models	SM-A127F/DSN, SM-A127F/DS, SM-A127F, SM-A127M, SM-A127U	SM-A226B, SM-A226B/DS, SM-A226B/DSN, SM-A226BR, SM-A226BR/N, SM-A226L, SC-56B
Price	About 130 EUR	£ 92.00 / € 125.99
SAR EU	0.67 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body)	0.73 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 118h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1631:1 (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-28.5 LUFS (Average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 242155 (v8), 223188 (v9) GeekBench: 6913 (v4.4), 1719 (v5.1) GFXBench: 12fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho

More affordable
Solid battery life
Reliable performance for basic tasks
Good value for money

Older chipset
No 5G connectivity
Slower charging
Less powerful than A22 5G

Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

5G connectivity
More powerful processor
Better performance
Longer battery life
Potentially better camera

Slightly more expensive
15W charging is slow
Display brightness could be better

Display Comparison

The A22 5G boasts a slightly brighter display at 385 nits (measured) compared to the A12 Nacho, though both offer a respectable 1631:1 contrast ratio. Both displays are likely FHD+ LCD panels, offering good clarity for everyday use. The A22 5G's display might offer slightly better viewing angles.

Camera Comparison

Both phones feature capable camera systems for their price range. The A22 5G likely has a slightly more versatile camera setup, potentially including an ultrawide lens. Image quality in good lighting should be comparable, but the A22 5G might offer slightly better low-light performance due to its newer processor and image processing capabilities. Video recording capabilities are likely similar.

Performance

The A22 5G's Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset (7nm) provides a noticeable performance boost over the A12 Nacho's Exynos 850 (8nm). The Dimensity 700's Cortex-A76 cores offer better performance for demanding tasks and gaming. Expect smoother multitasking and faster app loading times on the A22 5G.

Battery Life

The A22 5G shines in this category, boasting an impressive endurance rating of 118 hours. While the A12 Nacho has a decent battery life, it doesn't match the longevity of the A22 5G. Both phones share the same 15W wired charging, which is relatively slow by modern standards.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A12 Nacho? Those prioritizing a slightly more affordable option and don't need 5G. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G? Users wanting 5G connectivity, a bit more processing power, and a generally more modern experience, even with a slightly higher price tag.