Apple iPhone 12 vs Realme GT 6T
The Verdict
iPhone 12 delivers Apple's polished ecosystem with its exceptional A14 Bionic processor and premium build quality featuring Ceramic Shield durability. Its 6.1-inch OLED display achieves 1200 nits peak brightness with excellent color accuracy, though the 60Hz refresh rate feels dated. Camera performance is reliable with strong video capabilities including Dolby Vision HDR. Battery life remains adequate for daily use with MagSafe charging convenience. Realme GT 6T, priced at less than half the cost, impresses with a larger 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED display supporting 120Hz refresh rates and peak brightness of 6000 nits for outdoor visibility. Its Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3 handles demanding tasks smoothly, while the 50MP main camera with OIS delivers versatile photography. The 5500mAh battery supports blazing-fast 120W charging. iPhone 12 excels in longevity, app optimization, and premium feel, making it ideal for ecosystem users prioritizing reliability. Realme GT 6T offers superior raw specifications and value for performance-focused buyers comfortable with Android customization.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 12 if…
- →First iPhone with 5G connectivity
- →Ceramic Shield front cover is four times more drop-resistant
- →Flat-edge design is comfortable and stylish
Buy the Realme GT 6T if…
- →Blazing 120W SUPERVOOC charges 5500 mAh battery in under 30 minutes
- →6000-nit peak brightness is class-leading display performance
- →Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 delivers near-flagship gaming power
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 12
Pros
- First iPhone with 5G connectivity
- Ceramic Shield front cover is four times more drop-resistant
- Flat-edge design is comfortable and stylish
- A14 Bionic delivers excellent performance and efficiency
- Dolby Vision HDR video recording is a first for any smartphone
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors offered 90Hz or 120Hz
- Small 2815 mAh battery offers mediocre battery life
- 64 GB base storage is inadequate in 2020
- Lightning port instead of USB-C
- No telephoto lens — only dual camera
Realme GT 6T
Pros
- Blazing 120W SUPERVOOC charges 5500 mAh battery in under 30 minutes
- 6000-nit peak brightness is class-leading display performance
- Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 delivers near-flagship gaming power
- IP65 water and dust resistance for the price
- Large 5500 mAh battery provides exceptional endurance
Cons
- 8 MP ultrawide is very low resolution
- No wireless charging at any variant
- Plastic frame feels less premium than metal alternatives
- No telephoto or dedicated zoom camera
- Video recording maxes at 4K@30fps
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Realme GT 6T |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 14 (Realme UI 5.0) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 164 g | 190 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Plastic frame, glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 162 x 75.1 x 8.65 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.6, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony LYT-600 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.5 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 120W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 2780 x 1264 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 6000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Adreno 732 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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