Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) 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.
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, the Realme 12 scores 4 points higher (47/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 83 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Realme 12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.