Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Realme 12
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $1799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 36/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 257g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Realme 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 1884
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 257g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Realme 12, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 3 points higher (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (64/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1750 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4516 | 1884 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $1799 | $200 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Realme 12 by 172.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1599. Realme 12 is cheaper by $1599.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (64/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (65/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (96/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold edges out the Realme 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Realme 12?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.