Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Realme 12
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Realme 12 (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 6/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 10.0mm).
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Realme 12
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2400 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)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Realme 12, the Realme 12 scores 30 points higher (36/100 vs 6/100). 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 "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C2 2nd Edition | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1884 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 480x960 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 1GB / 2GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 2MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 480x960
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
- 2400 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknownperformance
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 C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 30 points (36/100 vs 6/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Realme 12?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Realme 12?
The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.