Realme 12 Pro+ vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
The Verdict
Samsung's Galaxy S24+ commands a significant premium over Realme's 12 Pro+, and the price difference reflects meaningful advantages. Display quality heavily favors Samsung with a 3120x1440 AMOLED screen reaching 2600 nits versus Realme's 2412x1080 panel at 950 nits,a substantial gap for daily visibility and HDR content. Performance-wise, the Exynos 2400 trades blows with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, though Samsung edges ahead in real-world application performance. Camera capabilities differ strategically: Realme excels with its 64MP 3x periscope zoom against Samsung's 10MP 3x lens, but Samsung's 8K video recording and superior computational photography provide better overall versatility. Battery life slightly favors Realme's larger 5000mAh pack, though Samsung's 45W charging with wireless support offers convenience the Realme lacks. IP68 dust resistance on Samsung surpasses Realme's IP65. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing zoom photography and battery longevity, Realme delivers exceptional value. However, Samsung justifies its premium through superior display technology, refined software experience, and comprehensive camera system. Recommend Galaxy S24+ for flagship seekers; Realme 12 Pro+ for value maximization.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Realme 12 Pro+ if…
- →64 MP periscope 3x telephoto at sub-$400 pricing
- →Sony IMX882 main sensor delivers excellent photos
- →67W fast charging
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24+ if…
- →Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- →Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- →12 GB RAM standard
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Realme 12 Pro+
Pros
- 64 MP periscope 3x telephoto at sub-$400 pricing
- Sony IMX882 main sensor delivers excellent photos
- 67W fast charging
- IP65 water resistance
- Premium vegan leather back option
Cons
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 is not a performance flagship chip
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is disappointing
- Realme UI has bloatware and ads
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (no 6E or 7)
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Full Specifications
| Spec | Realme 12 Pro+ | Samsung Galaxy S24+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Realme UI 5.0) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP65 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.0 x 74.2 x 8.8 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS (Sony IMX882) | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 64 MP, f/2.6, 3x periscope optical zoom | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 67W SuperVOOC wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2412 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 950 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.40 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
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