Realme 12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $215 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 55/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $1299
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2700
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 25 points higher (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Realme 12 Pro by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1084. Realme 12 Pro was $1084 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (81/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 25 points (80/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.