Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 47/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 513,809).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better camera (41/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1900
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 23 points higher (70/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Realme 12 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Realme 12 by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Realme 12 was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Realme 12 (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (41/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 23 points (70/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.