Nokia 2780 Flip vs Realme 12

The Nokia 2780 Flip (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 215, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $90 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 1450); the main camera is 5 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia 2780 Flip doesn't; the Nokia 2780 Flip is noticeably lighter (131g vs 188g).

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 2780 Flip
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 100
Realme 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 96
What makes Nokia 2780 Flip better?
  • Lighter: 131g vs 188g
  • Cheaper: $90 vs $200

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 96/100)
What makes Realme 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 1450 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 5MP

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 2780 Flip vs the Realme 12, the Realme 12 scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).

Nokia 2780 Flip: The Nokia 2780 Flip is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme 12: The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 2780 Flip Realme 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
AnTuTu 513809
Geekbench Single 689
Geekbench Multi 1884
Display 2.7" TFT LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 240x320 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 1450 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 5 MP 108 MP
Front camera 16 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB
OS KaiOS 3.1 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 202.1×58.0×11.5 mm 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm
Weight 131 g 188 g
Price $90 $200
Camera comparison
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: —
0
camera
Realme 12
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • 2.7" TFT LCD
  • Resolution: 240x320
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Realme 12
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 2780 Flip
  • 1450 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Realme 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 2780 Flip
$90
Realme 12
$200

Price difference: $110. Nokia 2780 Flip is cheaper by $110.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (38/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip (42/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 2780 Flip and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 2780 Flip or the Realme 12?

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia 2780 Flip by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 2780 Flip and the Realme 12?

The Nokia 2780 Flip has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 2780 Flip or the Realme 12?

The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 2780 Flip over the Realme 12?

The Nokia 2780 Flip is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.