Realme 12 vs Realme V21
Comparing the Realme 12 (2024) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme 12
Realme V21
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Realme V21, the Realme 12 scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). 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 V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (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 12 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | — | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" TFT | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
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 V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (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 12 notably outperforms the Realme V21 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.