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Realme 10 vs 12

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Realme 10
· 2022

Realme 10

Price on request
79.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100
12
· 2024

12

$799
79.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.9
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Realme 10:
  • ✓27g lighter chassis (178g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.38" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy 12:
  • ✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRealme 1012
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.38"6.7"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (413 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB12 GB
Internal Storage64GB / 128GB / 256GB256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens15.9 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions159.9 x 73.3 x 7.95 mmN/A
Weight178 g205 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$799
Editorial Lab Verdict

12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.9/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Realme 10:
Significantly faster wired charging: 33W vs max 0W · Smoother display: 90Hz refresh rate vs 60Hz
When to buy 12:
Higher overall BeastScore: 79.9 vs top rival 79.8 · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Realme 10 vs 12

Which phone is better: Realme 10 or 12?

12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.9/100 compared to Realme 10 (79.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.9 vs top rival 79.8 and More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Realme 10 and 12?

Realme 10 is equipped with a 6.38-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while 12 features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Realme 10 and 12?

In lab hardware evaluations, Realme 10 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while 12 scores 84/100.

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