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realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.72 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 66% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–²Better than 51%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

25%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.2

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 71%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 78%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

25%

5.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.2

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

6.1
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.2 points, which is higher than 78.2% of smartphones.
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.4
Brand name
realme
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor model which is slower than processors in 64% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.28 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.72 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a screen size of 6.72 inches which is larger than the screens of 62.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
392 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a pixel density of 392 ppi which is lower than that of 64% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
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Wireless charging
no
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a height of 165.6 mm which is taller than 70.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a width of 76.1 mm which is wider than 53.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
188 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) weighs 188 g which is lighter than 70.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,780 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a device volume of 87,780 cm³ which is smaller than 72.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
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realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 0.05 inches inch larger screen size
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.72 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 21.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (953 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    953 min vs 786 min
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Wider front camera aperture
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2.36x cheaper
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 2.36x cheaper
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 5.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.43 vs 8.000).
    8.43 vs 8
  • 51.1% more popular
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.22 vs 5.4).
    8.22 vs 5.44
  • Wider front camera aperture
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 0.05 inches inch larger screen size
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.72 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 21.2% higher screen brightness
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    800 nits vs 660 nits
  • 21.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (953 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    953 min vs 786 min
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 4.2% lighter
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is lighter than the average smartphone (188 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Inferior display type
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Worse processor
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No live text recognition
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No NFC
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Worse processor
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 GB less RAM
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less L3 cache
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 78.1% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (133 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    133 vs 608
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 vs 256
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 22.3% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (732 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    732 vs 942
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 23% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1950 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,950 vs 2,533
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • No live text recognition
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.28 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No NFC
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Inferior display type
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 0.8% lower pixel density
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (392 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    392 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • No LDAC support
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lower IP rating
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 2 mm taller
    realme 12x5G (6GB + 128GB) is taller than the average smartphone (165.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.6 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

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themalaysianreserve.com
06/05/2024
Summary of the review
The Malaysian Reserve: AI Engine-boosted realme 12x 5G Offers Faster-than-Peers 5G Capabilities
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mobigyaan.com
02/04/2024
Summary of the review
MobiGyaan: realme 12x 5G Review - The most compelling package under ₹12,000?

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Affordable price point for a 5G smartphone with the features offered.
  • Excellent battery life, with the 5000mAh capacity often lasting one to two days with moderate use.
  • Fast 45W SUPERVOOC charging quickly tops up the battery (50% in 30 minutes).
  • Smooth performance for daily tasks and multitasking, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor.
  • Large 6.72-inch Full HD+ display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, contributing to a good user experience.
  • Sleek, lightweight, and attractive design (luxury watch-inspired) that is comfortable to hold.
  • Includes useful features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage (up to 2TB microSD).
  • Comes with Android 14 (Realme UI 5.0) out of the box and is expected to receive two years of major OS updates.
  • Main 50MP camera performs well in good daylight conditions, capturing detailed and color-accurate photos.
  • Features like Air Gestures and the Dynamic Button are available, though some users find them gimmicky.
  • IP54 rating provides dust and splash resistance.

What we don't like about realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • The display is an IPS LCD panel, which offers less deep blacks and contrast compared to similarly priced AMOLED alternatives.
  • Camera performance struggles in low-light conditions, producing noisy and less detailed images.
  • No ultrawide camera lens, limiting photography flexibility.
  • Video recording lacks adequate stabilization and is capped at 1080p at 30fps.
  • Software (Realme UI) often comes with a noticeable amount of pre-installed bloatware/unnecessary apps.
  • Average performance for graphically intensive gaming, with some potential for performance drops or heating during heavy use.
  • Some users reported slow charging times, which contradicts the advertised 45W speed, likely due to specific usage or conditions.
  • Build quality is primarily plastic, which some users feel detracts from a premium feel.
  • Air Gesture feature is noted by some users to not work smoothly or consistently during review.

Verdict

The Realme 12x 5G (6GB + 128GB) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone primarily designed for everyday use, featuring a sleek, ultra-slim design with an IP54 dust and splash resistance rating. Key specifications include a 6.72-inch 120Hz FHD+ IPS LCD display, a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ 6nm processor, and a large 5,000mAh battery with 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging support. A 50MP AI main camera is included for general photography, alongside an 8MP selfie camera. Its main pros are the smooth 120Hz display, excellent all-day battery life with rapid charging, 5G connectivity, and competitive performance for daily tasks. Cons include an average low-light camera performance, the absence of an ultrawide lens, and the presence of pre-installed apps (bloatware) in the Realme UI.

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