Realme 12 Lite vs Realme 13+ 5G
Compare Realme 12 Lite vs Realme 13+ 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm), 108MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh…
Realme
12 Lite
$199
2categories won
Realme
13+ 5G
$279
7categories won
8 categories tied · 17 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme 13+ 5G takes the overall win
The Realme 13+ 5G proves superior overall against the Realme 12 Lite, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the 12 Lite leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 13+ 5G. Choose the 13+ 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 12 Lite if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
13+ 5G takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 80W charging.
13+ 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.
12 Lite wins photography with 108MP main imaging.
12 Lite provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $199 vs $279.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
12 Lite vs 13+ 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.72" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 392 ppi | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 950 nits | 2000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm) |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 340,000 | 740,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1580 | 3150Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 8 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 108 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 16 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 33 W | 80 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 185 g | 185 g |
| Thickness | 7.6 mm | 7.6 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP65 |
| Build | — | Ultra-slim victory speed curved back design, polymer frame, reinforced glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 14, Realme UI | Android 14 |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12 Lite | 13+ 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $199Winner | $279 |
Realme 12 Lite
Realme 12 Lite packs a massive 108MP 3x zoom camera sensor into an ultra-slim 7.59mm body with 33W fast charging, 950-nit sunlight display, and 360-degree NFC.
- Display
- 6.72"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 (6 nm)
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Realme 13+ 5G
The Realme 13+ 5G is built for gaming performance on a budget, featuring the 4nm Dimensity 7300 Energy processor with official 90FPS gaming certification, a 6,050mm² stainless steel vapor chamber, 80W Ultra Charge, and Sony LYT-600 OIS imaging in an ultra-slim 7.6mm frame.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh