Realme 12 Pro vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $215 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 55/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $300
- Better camera (49/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 10 points higher (65/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 68/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Realme 12 Pro by 56.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $85. Realme 12 Pro was $85 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (69/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.