OnePlus 15 vs Realme 12
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; launch prices were $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 47/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Realme 12
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better portability (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Realme 12, the OnePlus 15 scores 39 points higher (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, Realme 12 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1900 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Realme 12 by 601.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Realme 12 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (89/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (68/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Realme 12?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Realme 12 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Realme 12?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.