Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro
Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Apple iPhone 12 Pro at 6.1", though the Apple iPhone 12 mini is crisper at 477 PPI. At 135g, the Apple iPhone 12 mini is the lighter of the two. Buying outright? The Apple iPhone 12 mini is more affordable at £127.00 SIM-free.
Apple iPhone 12 mini
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Apple iPhone 12 Pro
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| Screen | 5.4" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1170 x 2532 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 477 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | iOS 14.1 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 135 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £127.00 | £189.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 12 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 457, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £127.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Apple iPhone 12 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is the more portable of the two — it's 54g lighter at 135 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Apple iPhone 12 Pro run?
Both phones run iOS 14.1.