Google Pixel 9 vs Realme 12

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 36/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 513,809).

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Realme 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 1884

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Realme 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 188g vs 198g
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Realme 12, the Google Pixel 9 scores 14 points higher (50/100 vs 36/100). 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 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (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 (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme 12: The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Realme 12
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
AnTuTu 1561427 513809
Geekbench Single 1850 689
Geekbench Multi 4900 1884
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm
Weight 198 g 188 g
Price $799 $200
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Realme 12
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Realme 12
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Realme 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
50/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Realme 12 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
36/100 -203.9%
513809 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 leads Realme 12 by 203.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Realme 12
$200

Price difference: $599. Realme 12 is cheaper by $599.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (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 (75/100 vs 38/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12?

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Realme 12?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 38/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Realme 12?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Realme 12?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.