Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads — 65/100 vs 47/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo has the bigger battery (7620 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,052,566 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2052566 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7620 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo scores 18 points higher (65/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (71/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (68/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2052566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7620 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 7620 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads Realme 12 by 75.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Realme 12 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (76/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Realme 12 (71/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (68/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is noticeably better than the Realme 12 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads on performance (76/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.