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realme 12 Pro+ vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

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

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realme 12 Pro+
· 2024

realme 12 Pro+

$369
88.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.5
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery88/100
Pixel 9 Pro XL
· 2024

Pixel 9 Pro XL

$1099
87.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.2
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera91/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy realme 12 Pro+:
  • ✓35g lighter chassis (186g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$730 lower launch MSRP ($369 vs $1099)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
  • ✓Larger 5,060 mAh battery capacity (+60 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specificationrealme 12 Pro+Pixel 9 Pro XL
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.8"
Resolution & Density2412x1080 (394 ppi)2992x1344 (486 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak3,000 nits peak
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 14Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX89050 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.65, OIS48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.248 MP, f/1.7
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 Lens16 MP, f/2.4510.5 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions161.5 x 74.2 x 8.76 mm162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
Weight186 g221 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP65IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,060 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast charging37W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported23W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
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 Price$369$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

realme 12 Pro+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, realme 12 Pro+ ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy realme 12 Pro+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.2 · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 37W
When to buy Pixel 9 Pro XL:
Brighter screen: 3,000 nits peak vs 2,000 nits · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: realme 12 Pro+ vs Pixel 9 Pro XL

Which phone is better: realme 12 Pro+ or Pixel 9 Pro XL?

realme 12 Pro+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.5/100 compared to Pixel 9 Pro XL (87.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.2 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 37W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between realme 12 Pro+ and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

realme 12 Pro+ is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 9 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch display and 5060 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between realme 12 Pro+ and Pixel 9 Pro XL?

In lab hardware evaluations, realme 12 Pro+ scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 91/100.

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