Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Realme 12 (2024) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 36/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP.
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 1 points higher (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | — | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim edges out the Realme 12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.