Realme 12 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 47/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Realme 12
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $771
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 36 points higher (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 78/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $771 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 12 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Realme 12 by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $571. Realme 12 was $571 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (78/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 36 points (83/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.