Realme 12 vs Realme 12x (China)
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Realme 12x (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 47/100 vs 43/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (China) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Realme 12x (China)
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Realme 12x (China) better?
- Better portability (69/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Realme 12x (China), the Realme 12 scores 4 points higher (47/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Realme 12x (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 1900 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 7.9×None×None mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12x (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12x (China)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12x (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Realme 12x (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12x (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 Realme 12 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Realme 12x (China)?
The Realme 12 edges out the Realme 12x (China) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Realme 12x (China)?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Realme 12x (China) — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Realme 12x (China)?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Realme 12x (China)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Realme 12 (41/100 vs 30/100).