Realme 12 Pro+ vs Samsung Galaxy M55 - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date January 29, 2024 March 28, 2024
Release Year 2024 2024

Physical

Volume 105.17 cm³ 97.8 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.42 "/g 3.72 "/g
Weight 196 g 180 g
Height 161.5 mm 163.9 mm
Width 74 mm 76.5 mm
Thickness 8.8 mm 7.8 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Submarine Blue
  • Navigator Beige
  • Explorer Red
  • Light Green
  • Dark Blue

Display

Screen Size 6.7 " 6.7 "
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1080 x 2400
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 90.4 % 86.4 %
Pixel Density 394 PPI 393 PPI
Refresh Rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A N/A
HBM Brightness 800 nits 1000 nits
Peak Brightness 950 nits N/A

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 111.38 mAh/in² 111.38 mAh/in²
Battery Density 47.54 mAh/cm³ 51.13 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM7450-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.40 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.36 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 710 Adreno 644

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support 1
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0 USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 14 14
Maximum OS Version

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

FeatureRealme 12 Pro+Samsung Galaxy M55Practical Impact
Design
Dimensions161.5 x 74 x 8.8 mm163.9 x 76.5 x 7.8 mmThe Galaxy M55 is slightly taller and wider but noticeably thinner than the Realme. The Realme might feel slightly more comfortable for users with smaller hands due to its narrower width.
Weight196g180gThe Galaxy M55 is significantly lighter, making it more comfortable for extended use and one-handed operation.
Display
Size6.7"6.7"Identical screen sizes offer the same viewing area.
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120HzSuper AMOLED+, 120HzBoth offer vibrant colors and smooth scrolling with 120Hz refresh rate. Super AMOLED+ generally implies slightly better power efficiency and outdoor visibility compared to AMOLED.
Peak Brightness950 nits1000 nits (HBM)The M55 boasts a slightly higher peak brightness, potentially offering better readability in direct sunlight.
Resolution1080 x 24121080 x 2400Virtually identical resolutions resulting in negligible differences in sharpness.
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4nm)Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4nm)The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 in the M55 generally benchmarks higher than the 7s Gen 2, offering potentially smoother performance in demanding tasks and gaming.
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz A78 & 4x1.95 GHz A55)Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz A710 & 3x2.36 GHz A710 & 4x1.8 GHz A510)While both are Octa-core, the 7 Gen 1 utilizes newer Cortex-A710 cores which provide better power efficiency compared to the A78 cores in the 7s Gen 2.
GPUAdreno 710Adreno 644The Adreno 644 in the Galaxy M55 tends to deliver better graphical performance than the Adreno 710, benefiting gaming and graphically intensive applications.
RAM8GB8GBSame RAM capacity should offer comparable multitasking capabilities.
Storage256GB256GBEqual storage capacity for both phones.
Camera
Video Capabilities4K@30fps (EIS), 1080p up to 120fps (EIS)4K@30fps (OIS, EIS), 1080p up to 60fps (OIS, EIS)Both offer 4K recording. The M55 benefits from Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for smoother video recording, while the Realme offers 120fps slow-motion at 1080p.
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh5000 mAhIdentical battery capacities suggest similar potential battery life. Real-world usage will depend on software optimization and individual usage patterns.

2. Key Differences Analysis

Realme 12 Pro+ Advantages:

  • Potentially slightly more ergonomic due to narrower width.
  • Higher resolution slow-motion video recording (1080p@120fps).

Samsung Galaxy M55 Advantages:

  • Lighter and thinner design.
  • Brighter display for better outdoor visibility.
  • More powerful CPU and GPU for smoother performance.
  • Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for more stable video recording.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Realme 12 Pro+: Users prioritizing slow-motion video capture and seeking a potentially more comfortable grip might prefer this phone.

Samsung Galaxy M55: Users prioritizing overall performance, a lightweight design, brighter display, and smoother video recording would likely prefer the M55.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions for Buyers:

  1. Is top-tier performance a priority? If yes, the Galaxy M55's Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 offers a noticeable advantage.
  2. How important is video recording quality and which type? The M55 offers OIS for stability, while the Realme offers higher frame rate slow-motion.
  3. Is phone weight and thinness a significant factor? The M55 is considerably lighter and thinner.

Scenario-Based Recommendations:

  • Heavy gamer: Galaxy M55 for its superior GPU.
  • Frequent video recorder in shaky environments: Galaxy M55 for OIS.
  • Slow-motion video enthusiast: Realme 12 Pro+.

My Choice: Samsung Galaxy M55

While the Realme 12 Pro+ offers a few specific advantages like the higher frame rate slow-motion video, the Samsung Galaxy M55 offers a more compelling overall package. The superior performance provided by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, coupled with the lighter and thinner design, brighter display, and OIS for video recording, makes it a more versatile and future-proof choice for most users. The slight difference in price (if any) would likely be justified by these advantages. The improved power efficiency of the newer CPU architecture in the M55 would also likely result in better battery life in the long run.

Emily Harper
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