Realme 12 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 44/100 vs 36/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Realme 12
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 8 points higher (44/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (63/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Realme 12 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Realme 12 by 69.8% in our overall performance rating.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Realme 12 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12 (63/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra edges out the Realme 12 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 44/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.