Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy M15
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy M15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 47/100 vs 44/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M15 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 217g).
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy M15
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 217g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 33/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 34/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy M15, the Realme 12 scores 3 points higher (47/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M15 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 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M15 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M15 (68/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy M15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| 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, One UI 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 160.1×76.8×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M15
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy M15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Samsung Galaxy M15
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M15 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 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M15 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M15 (68/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M15?
The Realme 12 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M15 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy M15?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy M15 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M15?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy M15?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M15 is a better fit for everyday use.