Realme 12x vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Realme 12x (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 41/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12x has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Realme 12x better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1900
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 162g vs 190g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 33 points higher (74/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12x leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 12x (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12x is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.1×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Realme 12x by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12x
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 12x (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12x is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 33 points (74/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Realme 12x has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.