Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $200 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 19/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.1mm).
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 60/100)
- Cheaper: $135 vs $200
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 96/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Realme 12 scores 17 points higher (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $200 | $135 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $65. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $65.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100).
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 is a bit better (65/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme 12 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.