Realme 12 vs Tecno Spark 20C

The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 16/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 20 points (36/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 96
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 12 better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Realme 12 scores 20 points higher (36/100 vs 16/100). 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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (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 Spark 20C (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (96/100 vs 55/100).

Realme 12: The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12 Tecno Spark 20C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ MediaTek
AnTuTu 513809
Geekbench Single 689
Geekbench Multi 1884
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 18W
Main camera 108 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm
Weight 188 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Realme 12
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 12
$200
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (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 Spark 20C (65/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 20 points (36/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Tecno Spark 20C?

The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.