Realme 12 vs Tecno Pop 6
Comparing the Realme 12 (2024) and the Tecno Pop 6 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 5 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 6 doesn't; the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.7mm).
Realme 12
Tecno Pop 6
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Tecno Pop 6, the Realme 12 scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 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, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Tecno Pop 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | — | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.1" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1560 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 157.8×73.8×9.7 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pop 6
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 6
- 6.1" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 6
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 6
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Pop 6?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Tecno Pop 6?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Pop 6 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Pop 6?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Tecno Pop 6?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 6 is a better fit for everyday use.