Category Breakdown
Camera
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Main sensor resolution
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Battery capacity
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12+
Wired charging speed (67W)
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12+
AnTuTu benchmark (558,199 pts)
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12+
Screen size (6.67")
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Total weight
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12+
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (9/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | 12+ | 9i |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.67" | 6.6" | |
| 1,080 × 2,400 | 1,080 × 2,412 | |
| AMOLED | IPS LCD | |
| 120Hz | 90Hz | |
| 2,000 nits | 480 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| Yes | No | |
| Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, compass, gyro, optical), proximity | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Mediatek Dimensity 7050 (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) | |
| 558,199 | 229,368 | |
| 629 | — | |
| 12 GB | 6 GB | |
| 512 GB | 128 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | |
| 67W | 33W | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 190g | 190g | |
| 7.9mm | 8.4mm | |
| Glass front, silicone polymer back (eco leather), plastic frame | Glass front (Dragontrail Pro), plastic frame, plastic back | |
| — | none | |
| Mid-Range | Budget | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Realme 12+
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Realme 12+
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Realme 9i
Highest resolution main camera.