Realme 12 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $215 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 55/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 736,675); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 225g).
Realme 12 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $999
- Better portability (56/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 736675
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 935
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2719
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 30 points higher (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro — 70/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (56/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 736675 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 935 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2719 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $215 | $999 |
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 12 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Realme 12 Pro by 75.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $784. Realme 12 Pro was $784 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (56/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 30 points (85/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.