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).
Google Pixel 9
Realme 12
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 leads Realme 12 by 203.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $599. Realme 12 is cheaper by $599.
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).
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.