Google Pixel 9 vs Realme 12 Pro
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; estimated prices are $799 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 38/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 736,675).
Google Pixel 9
Realme 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 736675
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 935
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2719
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Lighter: 190g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $215 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 33/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 scores 12 points higher (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 2719 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $799 | $215 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Realme 12 Pro by 112.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $584. Realme 12 Pro is cheaper by $584.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (25/100 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (75/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (48/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.