Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G
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Galaxy A12s
Starting at
£80.28£179.00 new
TCL 20 R 5G
Starting at
£89.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A12s and TCL 20 R 5G?
Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Galaxy A12s starts at £80.28, £8.72 less than the TCL 20 R 5G.
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- Chipset: Exynos 850 on the Galaxy A12s, MediaTek Dimensity 700 MT6833V/ZA (7 nm) on the TCL 20 R 5G.
- The Galaxy A12s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4500 mAh.
- Screen size: 6.5 inch on the Galaxy A12s, 6,52 inch on the TCL 20 R 5G.
Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G specs
The Galaxy A12s and TCL 20 R 5G both come from 2021 and share many similarities, but they suit different needs. The Galaxy A12s offers a larger battery and a higher resolution main camera, making it a good choice if you want longer usage between charges and more detailed photos. The TCL 20 R 5G supports 5G networks and has a lighter design with dual SIM slots, fitting those who prioritise mobile speed and flexibility. Both have similar screen resolutions and front cameras, but the Galaxy A12s includes a headphone jack while the TCL does not. Your choice depends on whether you value battery life and camera detail or network speed and lighter weight.
Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G price
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Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G battery life and software updates
Battery capacity and software updates are key for how long a phone stays useful day to day. Battery size varies and can affect how long between charges.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A12s has a 5000 mAh battery, which offers more capacity than the TCL 20 R 5G's 4500 mAh. This means the Galaxy A12s can generally last longer on a single charge, which benefits users who spend extended time away from power sources.
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This means both devices will run versions of Android from before the current release, which keeps the experience steady but not the very latest.
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Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G performance
Performance depends on the chipset, RAM and storage options you choose. Both phones have 4 GB of RAM, which supports everyday apps smoothly. Storage differs between models you can get.
Chipset Differences
The Galaxy A12s uses the Exynos 850 chipset while the TCL 20 R 5G uses the MediaTek Dimensity 700 MT6833V/ZA built on 7 nm technology. This can influence how the phones handle tasks and power efficiency depending on your use.
Storage Options
The Galaxy A12s is available with 32 GB or 64 GB storage, giving you a choice if you want more space for apps and media. The TCL 20 R 5G comes with 64 GB storage, suited for users who want a fixed larger capacity.
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Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G screen
Screen size, resolution and type affect how you see content on your phone. Both phones share the same resolution but differ slightly in size and screen panel technology.
Screen Size
The TCL 20 R 5G has a slightly larger screen at 6.52 inches compared to the Galaxy A12s at 6.5 inches. This small difference may offer a bit more room for video or browsing on the TCL.
Screen Type
The Galaxy A12s uses a PLS LCD screen, whereas the TCL 20 R 5G features an IPS LCD. Both are LCD types but may differ in colour reproduction and viewing angles, which can affect how vibrant and clear images look.
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Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G camera
Camera quality and audio connectivity shape how you capture and experience media. Front cameras match in resolution, but the main camera and audio connectors differ.
Main Camera Resolution
The Galaxy A12s offers a 48 megapixel main camera, which captures more detail than the TCL 20 R 5G's 13 megapixel main camera. This suits users focused on sharper photos and clearer images.
Front Camera
Both phones have an 8 megapixel front camera, making them equally capable for selfies and video calls.
Audio Connectors
The Galaxy A12s includes both USB-C and a 3.5mm headphone jack, letting you use wired headphones without an adapter. The TCL 20 R 5G has USB-C only, which may require wireless headphones or an adapter for wired ones.
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Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G size and design
Other features like mobile network, SIM options and physical size impact daily use. These details can define which phone fits your lifestyle better.
Mobile Network
The TCL 20 R 5G supports 5G networks, making it suitable if you want faster mobile internet speeds where 5G is available. The Galaxy A12s supports 4G, which covers broad network compatibility for most users.
SIM Card Options
The Galaxy A12s has a single physical SIM slot, ideal if you use one mobile number. The TCL 20 R 5G includes dual physical SIM slots, which benefits users managing two numbers or plans simultaneously.
Weight and Dimensions
The TCL 20 R 5G weighs 186 g and measures 164.3 mm tall by 75 mm wide, making it lighter and slightly narrower than the Galaxy A12s, which weighs 205 g and measures 164 mm tall by 75.8 mm wide. This difference can affect comfort if you prefer a lighter, more compact phone.
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Galaxy A12s or TCL 20 R 5G: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A12s if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £80.28, £8.72 less than the TCL 20 R 5G
- you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500 mAh)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
Buy the TCL 20 R 5G if
- you want 5G
- you want a lighter build (186 g vs 205 g)
Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G FAQs
Galaxy A12s vs TCL 20 R 5G comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Exynos 850 on the Galaxy A12s, MediaTek Dimensity 700 MT6833V/ZA (7 nm) on the TCL 20 R 5G. The Galaxy A12s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4500 mAh.
The Galaxy A12s is cheaper refurbished, from £80.28 compared with £89 for the TCL 20 R 5G.
The Galaxy A12s has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4500 mAh.
The Galaxy A12s has a higher-resolution main camera: 48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A12s comes in 32GB and 64GB, and the TCL 20 R 5G in 64GB.
