Realme 12 Pro 5G vs Realme 13 5G
Compare Realme 12 Pro 5G vs Realme 13 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 6300, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh…
Realme
12 Pro 5G
$299
7categories won
Realme
Realme 13 5G
$219
3categories won
10 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Realme 12 Pro 5G takes the overall win
The Realme 12 Pro 5G claims the overall win over the Realme 13 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 12 Pro 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 12 Pro 5G. Choose the 12 Pro 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Realme 13 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
12 Pro 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 67W fast charging.
12 Pro 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.
12 Pro 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2x dedicated optical zoom.
Realme 13 5G wins on budget and value at $219 compared to $299.
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 Pro 5G vs Realme 13 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.72" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 392 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 950 nitsWinner | 580 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 6 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 575,000Winner | 435,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 2780Winner | 2110 |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 256GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g |
| Thickness | 8.75 mm | 7.79 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP64 |
| Build | Plastic frame, vegan leather back, glass front | Flat speed curve back design, polymer frame, reinforced glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 2 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12 Pro 5G | Realme 13 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $299 | $219Winner |
Realme 12 Pro 5G
Co-designed with luxury watchmaker Ollivier Savéo, the realme 12 Pro features a fluted golden bezel, vegan leather back with 3D Jubilee bracelet stitching, a dedicated 32MP 2x optical portrait telephoto camera, and 67W fast charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Realme 13 5G
The Realme 13 5G brings optical image stabilization to the sub-$220 segment, pairing a 50MP OIS primary shooter with 45W fast charging, 120Hz display, and a slim 7.79mm speed-inspired design.
- Display
- 6.72"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 6300
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh