OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite vs Realme 12
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7400, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; launch prices were $223 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads — 55/100 vs 47/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is faster in AnTuTu (956,756 vs 513,809).
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
Realme 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 956756 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (76/100 vs 66/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $223
- Better camera (41/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite vs the Realme 12, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite scores 8 points higher (55/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite — 68/100, Realme 12 — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7400 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 956756 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $223 | $200 |
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads Realme 12 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $23. Realme 12 was $23 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (57/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 and the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite edges out the Realme 12 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme 12 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads on performance (57/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite over the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use.