Motorola Frontier 22 vs Realme 12 Pro
The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads — 42/100 vs 38/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.
Motorola Frontier 22
Realme 12 Pro
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 50W
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Motorola Frontier 22 scores 4 points higher (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Frontier 22 | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2719 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 50W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $215 |
Motorola Frontier 22
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Frontier 22
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Frontier 22
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Frontier 22 edges out the Realme 12 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Frontier 22 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.