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; estimated prices are $200 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 36/100 (a 29-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 (3,942,923 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $200 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 29 points higher (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $200 | $1999 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Realme 12 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1799. Realme 12 is cheaper by $1799.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (65/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (96/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 29 points (65/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.