Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) vs Realme 12 5G
Quick Comparison
Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Realme 12 5G. Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Realme 12 5G
| Name | Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) | Realme 12 5G |
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67 in | 6.72 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 64 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP Triple | 108 MP + 2 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 44990 | Rs. 16290 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is March 30, 2022. The cost of Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 44990. The launch Date of the second phone is March 06, 2024. The cost of Realme 12 5G is Rs. 16290.
Display comparison
Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) has screen size of 6.67 inches which falls short to Realme 12 5G's 6.72 inch screen. Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) has AMOLED Screen type where as Realme 12 5G has IPS LCD Screen type. Realme's phone has display density of 401 PPI & Black Shark's phone has only 395 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Realme's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 91.4% than Black Shark's phone ~ 86.1%. Both phones have same aspect ratio of 20:9.
Memory comparison
Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 12 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Realme 12 5G's lower 6 GB RAM. Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Realme 12 5G (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Realme 12 5G's 108 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB)'s 64 MP + 8 MP + 5 MP Triple Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 20 MP Front Camera in comparison to Realme 12 5G's 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 12 and the second one on 14 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Black Shark 5 RS 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB) | Realme 12 5G |
| General | ||
| Model | Shark 5 RS | 12 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | March 30, 2022 | March 06, 2024 |
| In The Box | Handset, Adapter, USB Data Cable, Sim Ejector Tool, Safety Guide, Quick Guide, Protective Case | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.2 x 163.7 x 9.9 mm | 76.1 x 165.7 x 7.69 mm |
| Weight | 220 g | 188 g |
| Bezel less | No | |
| Colors | Twilight Purple, Woodland Green | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS LCD Screen (16.7M) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 144 Hz | 6.72 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 395 PPI | ~ 401 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 86.1% | ~ 91.4% |
| Features | Always-on Display, 1300 nits (peak) | Screen Contrast: 1500:1, Brightness: 800 Nits (Typical), 950 Nits (High Brightness Mode) |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 6 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | |
| Card Slot | No | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 2 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | NR: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28B/n40/n41(2535-2655MHz)/n77/n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 5 | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | Yes, v5.2, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS | Yes, with GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Geomagnetic Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Acceleration Sensor, Gyroscope, Support Meter Function |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP54 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Dual Stereo Speakers, Dynamic Button, LPDDR4X RAM, 5G + 5G Dual Mode | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 64 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 8 MP (Ultra Wide) 5 MP ƒ/2.4 (Telephoto) | 108 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro |
| Camera Sensor | Samsung S5KHM6 (108MP) + Smartsense SC202CS (2MP) | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | HDR, Panorama | 3X Zoom Portrait Camera, Photo, Video, Night, Street, Pro, Pano, Portrait, Timelapse, Slo-Mo, Text Scanner, Hi-Res, Tilt-Shift, Movie, Dual View Video, Group Portrait, Supports Smart Scenario Recognition, Supports Fill Light for Video Shooting, Digital Zoom 20X |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30/960 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 20 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v12 | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | realme UI 5 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ | Mediatek Dimensity 6100 Plus |
| CPU | 2.9 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x2.99 GHz Kryo 680 (Cortex X1) + 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 680 (Cortex A78) + 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 680 (Cortex A55) | 2xCortex-A76@2.2 GHz & 6xCortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, AAC, APE, AMR, WAV, OGG, FLAC, WMA |
| Video | Yes | AVI, 3GP, MP4, WMV, MKV, MOV, ASF, FLV |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4500 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 120W Fast Charging | Yes, 45W SUPERVOOC Charge |