OnePlus Nord 2T vs Realme 12
The OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $380 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 28/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
OnePlus Nord 2T
Realme 12
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Overall rating 28/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $380
- Better camera (38/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2T vs the Realme 12, the Realme 12 scores 8 points higher (36/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 84/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2T | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $380 | $200 |
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $180. Realme 12 is cheaper by $180.
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 OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (96/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2T or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 edges out the OnePlus Nord 2T by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord 2T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2T over the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.