Realme 12x (China) vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Realme 12x (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12x (China) leads — 29/100 vs 23/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12x (China) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme 9 Pro Plus has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (China) doesn't.
Realme 12x (China)
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better camera (31/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Realme 12x (China) vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Realme 12x (China) scores 6 points higher (29/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12x (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12x (China) is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12x (China) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme 12x (China) | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 7.9×None×None mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme 12x (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12x (China)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 12x (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12x (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12x (China) is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12x (China) is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme 12x (China) or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 12x (China) edges out the Realme 9 Pro Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12x (China) and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 12x (China) has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x (China) or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus leads on camera score (31/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x (China) over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 12x (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.