OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs Realme 12
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; launch prices were $223 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite leads — 55/100 vs 47/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite is faster in AnTuTu (922,227 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
Realme 12
What makes OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 922227 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1900
- 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)
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $223
- Better camera (41/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite vs the Realme 12, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite scores 8 points higher (55/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 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 CE6 Lite leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite — 66/100, 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 Nord CE6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (57/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 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 CE6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (68/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 922227 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3185 | 1900 | |
| 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 | 208 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $223 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite leads Realme 12 by 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $23. Realme 12 was $23 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (57/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 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 CE6 Lite notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (68/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 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 CE6 Lite and the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Realme 12 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite or the Realme 12?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite leads on performance (57/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite over the Realme 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite (71/100 vs 48/100).