Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5

Compare Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 side by side: Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm), 12MP vs 12MP…

Apple

Galaxy Z Flip 5

$999

12categories won

3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12 mini, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 12 mini if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 takes battery honors offering 3,700 mAh alongside 25W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 12 mini

iPhone 12 mini provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $999.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 12 mini vs Galaxy Z Flip 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Screen size	5.4"	6.7"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2640Winner
Pixel density	477 ppiWinner	426 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	1750 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Chipset	Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	1,050,000	3,200,000Winner
Geekbench multi	4720	10800Winner
Maximum RAM	4 GB	8 GBWinner
Maximum storage	64GB	512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Main sensor	12 MP	12 MP
Rear cameras	2	2
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Dolby Vision HDR	4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Capacity	2,227 mAh	3,700 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	25 WWinner
Wireless charging	12 W	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Weight	135 gWinner	187 g
Thickness	7.4 mm	6.9 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IPX8
Build	Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, glass back	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and cover screen, Ultra Thin Glass inner folding screen

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
Operating system	iOS 14	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Specification	iPhone 12 mini	Galaxy Z Flip 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$699Winner	$999