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 — 78/100 vs 41/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 513,809); the Realme 12x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Realme 12x better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Faster charging: 60W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 37 points higher (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Realme 12x by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12x
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (96/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Realme 12x (61/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 66/100.
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 37 points (78/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Realme 12x has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 78/100.
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 (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.