ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Realme GT5 Pro
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Realme GT5 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $999 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT5 Pro leads — 77/100 vs 75/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5400); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,402,979).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Realme GT5 Pro
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2402979
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5400 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Realme GT5 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 218g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs the Realme GT5 Pro, the Realme GT5 Pro scores 2 points higher (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100, Realme GT5 Pro — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (38/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Realme GT5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 2402979 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 161.7×75.1×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $500 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT5 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT5 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT5 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Realme GT5 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Realme GT5 Pro by 35.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Realme GT5 Pro was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT5 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT5 Pro are nearly equal (38/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme GT5 Pro — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The Realme GT5 Pro leads on camera score (67/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Realme GT5 Pro?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Realme GT5 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.