Realme 12 vs Vivo X Fold6
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 513,809); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 7.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1900
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Realme 12 by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Realme 12 was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (82/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (100/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.