Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1999
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 41/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme 12 by 84.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1799. Realme 12 was $1799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.