Realme 12 vs Realme C30s
Comparing the Realme 12 (2024) and the Realme C30s (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 11/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 8 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't.
Realme 12
Realme C30s
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Realme C30s, the Realme 12 scores 25 points higher (36/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Realme C30s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | — | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Realme UI Go | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Realme C30s?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 25 points (36/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Realme C30s?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Realme C30s — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Realme C30s?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Realme C30s?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use.