Realme 12 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $215 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $1299
- Better portability (56/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2700
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Realme 12 Pro by 78.7% 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (96/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (86/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.