Fairphone 4 vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 9 Pro Plus leads — 23/100 vs 19/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 9 Pro Plus has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3905); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.
Fairphone 4
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Better camera (49/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3905 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (27/100 vs 9/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 18/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Realme 9 Pro Plus scores 4 points higher (23/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (49/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus leads (27/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (49/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (27/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 4 | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 750G | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 517683 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3905 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | — | |
| Price | $449 | — |
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (49/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (27/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (50/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus edges out the Fairphone 4 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Fairphone 4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.