Tecno Camon 30 Pro vs Realme 12 Pro+: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For users prioritizing sustained performance and a brighter display, the Tecno Camon 30 Pro emerges as the winner. Its Dimensity 8200 Ultimate chipset and 998 nits peak brightness offer a noticeable advantage. However, the Realme 12 Pro+ provides a strong alternative with efficient power management and faster initial charging speeds.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Tecno Camon 30 Pro | Realme 12 Pro+ |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2024, February 27 | 2024, January 29 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, April 02 | Available. Released 2024, January 29 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, glass back or silicone polymer back (eco leather) | - |
| Dimensions | 164 x 74.5 x 7.7 mm (6.46 x 2.93 x 0.30 in) | 161.5 x 74 x 8.8 mm (6.36 x 2.91 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 188.6 g (6.67 oz) | 196 g (6.91 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2436 pixels (~393 ppi density) | 1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 109.9 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 144Hz | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 800 nits (HBM), 950 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.40 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Adreno 710 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HIOS 14 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF Auxiliary lens | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.8, 71mm, (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 50 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.64µm, PDAF | 32 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide) |
| Video | Yes | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with dual speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 70W wired, 0-100% in 47 min | 67W wired, 50% in 19 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Iceland Basaltic Dark, Alps Snowy Silver | Submarine Blue, Navigator Beige, Explorer Red |
| Models | CL8 | RMX3840, RMX3841 |
| Price | - | $ 465.00 / £ 299.00 / € 344.26 / ₹ 28,400 |
Tecno Camon 30 Pro
- Superior CPU performance with Dimensity 8200 Ultimate
- Brighter display for better outdoor visibility
- Longer battery life in active use
- Slower full charge time compared to Realme 12 Pro+
- Potential for higher thermal throttling under sustained load
Realme 12 Pro+
- Faster initial charging speed (50% in 19 minutes)
- Potentially better thermal management with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
- Refined software experience (based on Realme's history)
- Dimmer display compared to Tecno Camon 30 Pro
- Slightly shorter battery life in active use
Display Comparison
The Tecno Camon 30 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 998 nits compared to the Realme 12 Pro+'s 802 nits. This difference translates to superior visibility under direct sunlight. While both utilize 4nm chipsets, the brighter display of the Camon 30 Pro will draw more power. Details regarding panel technology (AMOLED, refresh rate) are missing, but the brightness advantage is clear. The Realme 12 Pro+ may benefit users who prefer more subdued colors, while the Camon 30 Pro’s higher brightness could be preferable for media consumption.
Camera Comparison
Without detailed camera specifications beyond the main sensor, a direct comparison is limited. However, the Realme 12 Pro+’s marketing emphasizes its camera capabilities, suggesting a focus on image processing and potentially larger sensor sizes. Both phones likely feature multiple lenses, but the absence of information on aperture and OIS makes it difficult to assess low-light performance. The Realme 12 Pro+’s camera system is likely geared towards social media sharing and casual photography, while the Camon 30 Pro may prioritize raw image data and editing flexibility.
Performance
The Tecno Camon 30 Pro’s Mediatek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, built on a 4nm process, features a more powerful CPU configuration – a 1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 core – compared to the Realme 12 Pro+'s Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4x2.40 GHz Cortex-A78). This suggests the Camon 30 Pro will excel in CPU-intensive tasks. However, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 is known for its efficiency, potentially leading to better sustained performance under heavy load due to improved thermal management. The Camon 30 Pro’s CPU architecture, with its additional high-clocked A78 cores, will benefit users running demanding applications or multitasking heavily.
Battery Life
The Tecno Camon 30 Pro delivers a longer active use battery life of 14:29h, exceeding the Realme 12 Pro+'s 13:24h. This difference, while not massive, is noticeable. The Realme 12 Pro+ compensates with faster charging – reaching 50% in just 19 minutes with its 67W wired charging, while the Camon 30 Pro takes 47 minutes for a full charge with 70W. The Camon 30 Pro is better for all-day users, while the Realme 12 Pro+ is ideal for those who need a quick power boost.
Buying Guide
Buy the Tecno Camon 30 Pro if you need a phone for demanding tasks like gaming or video editing, and value a brighter, more visible screen in outdoor conditions. Buy the Realme 12 Pro+ if you prefer a phone with a more refined software experience, faster initial charging, and a focus on camera versatility, even if it means slightly less raw processing power.