Side-by-side technical data
Realme 12 Pro vs Realme 14 Pro vs Realme 16 Pro
Comparison between Realme 12 Pro, Realme 14 Pro and Realme 16 Pro: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Realme.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Realme 16 Pro is the most complete choice for display, performance, and battery: it offers 6,500 nits, 144Hz, and 7,000 mAh. The Realme 12 Pro suits photography better with a telephoto and ultrawide camera; the Realme 14 Pro makes sense only if it costs less.
The Realme 16 Pro combines an AMOLED display at 1,272 × 2,772 px, 450 ppi, and 144Hz with 6,500 nits peak brightness, versus 950 nits on the 12 Pro and 4,500 nits on the 14 Pro. It also uses LPDDR5X, while the 12 Pro has LPDDR4X and the 14 Pro LPDDR5; the 14 Pro has UFS 3.1 storage, compared with UFS 2.2 on the 12 Pro.
The Realme 16 Pro’s 7,000 mAh battery and 80W charging exceed the 12 Pro’s 5,000 mAh and 67W, and the 14 Pro’s 6,000 mAh and 45W. In photography, the 12 Pro keeps a different advantage: telephoto and ultrawide cameras, versus only an ultrawide on the 16 Pro and neither on the 14 Pro; the 16 Pro answers with a 200MP main camera and 50MP front camera.
Realme 12 Pro
The Realme 16 Pro is the better buy for display, performance, and battery, with 6,500 nits, 144Hz, 7,000 mAh, and 80W charging.
Realme 16 Pro
The Realme 12 Pro is the better photography buy because it has both telephoto and ultrawide cameras.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.4 | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.7 | 6.7 | 6.9 |
| Camera | 7.4 | 6.0 | 7.4 |
| Connectivity | 7.2 | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| Battery & charging | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.7 |
Which one is for you?
Realme 14 Pro, if you care about…
- Weight
- 182 g
- against 190 g · 192 g
- Repairability Class
- B
- against C
- Battery Type
- Si-Carbon Li-Ion
- against Li-Polymer · Li-Polymer
- Battery Endurance
- 84 h 25 min
- against 70 h
Realme 16 Pro, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 7,000 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh · 6,000 mAh
- Display Refresh Rate
- 144 Hz
- against 120 Hz · 120 Hz
- RAM Type
- LPDDR5X
- against LPDDR4X · LPDDR5
- Peak Display Brightness
- 6,500 nits
- against 950 nits · 4,500 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | Mali-G615 MC2 | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 3.1 Best value |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.5 GHz Best value | 2.5 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 574,000 | 747,565 Best value | 985,368 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 943 | 1,026 Best value | 1,026 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,748 | 2,932 Best value | 2,932 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.5 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core processor with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.5 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5 | LPDDR5X Best value |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 | v11 |
Design
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, Beige | White, Pink, Grey, Black, Pearl | Gold, Grey, Purple, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.8 mm | 7.6 mm Best value | 7.8 mm |
| Body Width | 74 mm | 74.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Body Height | 161.5 mm | 162.8 mm | 162.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 g | 182 g Best value | 192 g |
| Usable Surface | 90.4 % | 90.9 % | 91 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Glass | Glass, Metal, Faux Leather Best value | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP65 | IP65, IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H Best value | IP68, IP69K Best value |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1.5 m | 2 m Best value |
| Drop Resistance Class | — | A | A |
| Repairability Class | — | B Best value | C |
| Drop Test Count | — | 270 | 270 |
| Unfolded thickness | — | 7.6 mm | — |
Battery
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | — | A | A |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh | 7,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 67 W | 45 W | 80 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | — | 84 h 25 min Best value | 70 h |
| Charge cycles | — | 1,000 | 1,600 Best value |
Display
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED Best value | OLED | AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 950 nits | 4,500 nits | 6,500 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.77″ | 6.78″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px | 1,272 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,412 px | 2,392 px | 2,772 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 394 ppi | 388 ppi | 450 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 144 Hz Best value |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 5,000,000 :1 | 5,000,000 :1 | 5,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, 120Hz, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Dual-Edge Display, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Mohs Level 6, OLED, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Dual-Edge Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Hole-Punch Notch, Scratch Resistant, Always-On Display, Touchscreen | Mohs Level 6, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, DCI-P3, One Billion Colors, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 2 years | 2 years | 5 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, eSIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM Best value |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B43, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, DLNA, eSIM, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, NFC, Computer Sync, DLNA, eSIM, OTA Sync, Tethering, Infrared, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 2,900 Mbps | 3,270 Mbps Best value | 3,270 Mbps Best value |
| Max. upload speed | 900 Mbps | 3,270 Mbps Best value | 3,270 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Two Microphones | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 |
Technical
| Specification | 12 Pro | 14 Pro | 16 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | RMX3842 | RMX5056 | RMX5121, RMX5120 |
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