realme 9vsSamsung Galaxy F12

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

realme
realme 9
9
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Realme 9's exceptional battery life is its standout feature, offering all-day use with impressive efficiency rates overall.
The Realme 9's display boasts excellent color accuracy, smooth scrolling, and durability at an affordable price point.
The Realme 9's camera system offers acceptable performance, but falls short in image quality compared to higher-end devices.
The Realme 9 offers excellent performance at an affordable price, making it a reliable mid-range smartphone option overall.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy F12
Galaxy F12
Processor:Samsung Exynos 850
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Galaxy F12's battery life is decent, but falls short of expectations due to sluggish charging times.
The Samsung Galaxy F12's display boasts a 90Hz refresh rate, making for a smooth viewing experience overall.
The Samsung Galaxy F12's camera setup delivers decent results, but lacks video stabilization and has limited resolution.
The Samsung Galaxy F12 delivers impressive performance, handling everyday tasks with ease and minimal lag overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
realme 9
2.40 GHz
Samsung Galaxy F12
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
realme 9
6GB
Samsung Galaxy F12
4GB

Storage

Winner
realme 9
128GB
Samsung Galaxy F12
64GB

Weight

Winner
realme 9
178g
Samsung Galaxy F12
221g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme 9
Samsung Samsung Galaxy F12
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
Samsung Exynos 850
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
8
Frequency
2.40
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
ARM Mali-G52
RAM
6
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, 2 microphones
Dolby Atmos
Antutu Score
216850
117300
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 56% of devices
Overall performance better than 50% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

realme 9

Strengths

The phone has a nice, vibrant color option with a 'sunburst gold' finish that may appeal to younger generations.
It comes with a free Realme Buds Air 2 Neo worth PHP 1990 for every purchase from June 15-19.
The phone has a triple-card slot sim card tray and a USB Type-C port, along with a headphone jack and microphone.
The display is a 6.4-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate.
The phone's battery backup is really good, lasting the whole day even for heavy users.
It has a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the screen and can be bought down to 60Hz depending on need.

Weaknesses

The phone has a decent amount of bloatware and some apps in the padding e uninstall option.
The chipset is a Snapdragon 680, which may not be the best for gaming performance at this price point.
The camera only supports a maximum of 64 megapixels, with an 8MP ultra-wide lens that can produce washed-out images.
There's no telephoto camera, so zooming is all digital and can feel lacking compared to other phones.
The phone does not have 4K resolution video recording capability, despite having optical image stabilization.
The phone's UI has some clutter and may require some uninstalls of pre-installed apps.

Samsung Galaxy F12

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

realme 9

The Realme 9 4G is a mid-range smartphone that boasts impressive features for its price point. With a 6.4-inch full HD+ AMOLED display and a fast refresh rate, this phone promises smooth visuals and responsive touch interactions. Powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset, it delivers decent gaming performance. The camera setup, featuring a 64MP primary sensor and 16MP selfie camera, is also notable. We'll be putting this device through its paces to see if it lives up to its promise of being an affordable yet capable smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy F12

The Samsung Galaxy F12 is a new budget smartphone that starts from ₹10,999. It boasts a unique textured back with a wave-like pattern, setting it apart from other smartphones in its price range. The device features a 6.5-inch HD+ 90Hz LCD display, which provides punchy colors and a sharp viewing experience. The rear camera setup consists of a 48MP primary sensor, 5MP ultra-wide sensor, 2MP depth sensor, and 2MP macro sensor, offering versatility in capturing various scenes. However, there's no video stabilization, and video recording is limited to 1080p at 30fps. The phone runs on the Exynos 850 chipset with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, providing a smooth performance. It also features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, USB Type-C port, and a headphone jack. The device ships with Android 11 and One UI Core 3.1, which is expected to receive updates for a longer period. The Galaxy F12's battery is a 6000mAh unit that should provide a long-lasting experience. However, it only supports 15W charging, which takes around three hours to fully charge the device. Despite this, the phone's pricing seems competitive, and Samsung has done a decent job of packing in features without breaking the bank. Overall, the Galaxy F12 appears to be another solid addition to Samsung's lineup of budget smartphones, offering a feature-rich experience at an affordable price point.

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