Realme 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 47/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 309g).
Realme 12
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Lighter: 188g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $2899
- Better portability (68/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 22 points higher (69/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $2899 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Realme 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Realme 12 by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $2699. Realme 12 was $2699 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (68/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 22 points (69/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.