realme C31vsSamsung Galaxy F12

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

realme
realme C31
C31
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T612
RAM:3GB
Storage:32GB

Quick Stats

The Realme C31's exceptional battery life is its standout feature, lasting up to 45 days in standby mode.
The Realme C31's display is adequate for basic tasks, but lacks high-definition video playback capabilities.
The Realme C31's camera performance is subpar, particularly in low-light conditions and lacks depth and clarity always.
The Realme C31's battery life shines, but performance-intensive tasks, like gaming and camera use, are subpar and average at best 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 C31
1.80 GHz
Samsung Galaxy F12
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
realme C31
3GB
Samsung Galaxy F12
4GB

Storage

Winner
realme C31
32GB
Samsung Galaxy F12
64GB

Weight

Winner
realme C31
197g
Samsung Galaxy F12
221g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme C31
Samsung Samsung Galaxy F12
Model
Unisoc Tiger T612
Samsung Exynos 850
CPU
2 x ARM Cortex, A75 1.8Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz
4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
8
Frequency
1.80
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Mali-G57 MP1
ARM Mali-G52
RAM
3
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
32
64
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
No
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
Dolby Atmos
Antutu Score
224223
117300
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 57% 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 C31

Strengths

The Realme C31 offers a big 4890 milliamp hours battery which realme says will give you 45 days worth of standby power.
The phone has a stylish design with colored plastic sides and rear, making it slim and compact to hold and operate in one hand.
It's priced at just £129, making it an attractive option for those who want a basic phone without breaking the bank.
The Realme C31 is capable of doing the basics like browsing the web, checking social media, sending messages on WhatsApp, and streaming music.
You'll get a basic working day's worth of power out of it if you're working at your desk for the standard 8 hours, taking calls, streaming music on Spotify to a Bluetooth speaker or headphones.
The Realme C31 uses a clean and stripped-down custom user interface (UIR edition) on top of Android 11, making it easy to get comfortable with.
The phone has expandable storage via microSD, so you can add up to 1TB of extra storage if needed.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Samsung Galaxy F12

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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realme C31

The Realme C31 is an intriguing budget Android phone that offers impressive value for its price tag of just £129. This Chinese smartphone maker has managed to pack in a big 4890mAh battery, which promises up to 45 days of standby power, and a multi-lens camera unit capable of producing decent results. The design is sleek and compact, with a slim body that fits comfortably in the hand. With its low price point, this phone seems like a steal - but what exactly do you get for your money?

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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