Realme 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 30/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Realme 12
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (38/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Realme 12 scores 6 points higher (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 27/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100. In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100. In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme 12 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.