Realme 12x vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

The Realme 12x (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 513,809); the Realme 12x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 51
Design 31
Value for money 0
What makes Realme 12x better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12x vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12x leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).

Realme 12x: The Realme 12x is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12x Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 513809 3942923
Geekbench Single 689 3640
Geekbench Multi 1884 11033
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720x1604 1968x2184
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 60W
Wireless charging 0W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 625 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP48
Dimensions 165.6×76.1×7.9 mm
Weight 190 g 215 g
Price $2199
Camera comparison
Realme 12x
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12x
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12x
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 12x and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 12x MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
29/100
513809 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
71/100 +87.0%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme 12x by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 12x
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (64/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme 12x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (62/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12x significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 12x and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Realme 12x has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (64/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12x over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Realme 12x is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.