Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Google Pixel 9 Pro
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 12 mini's 12MP, plus a 42MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the Pixel 9 Pro, 4700mAh to 2227mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The Pixel 9 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.3" against 5.4" and sharper at 497 PPI, and the Pixel 9 Pro offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the iPhone 12 Mini. The Pixel 9 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 12 Mini is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Buying outright, the iPhone 12 Mini starts at £120 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.4
11 reviews
Prices updated 28 July 2026
Apple iPhone 12 mini
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Google Pixel 9 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 5.4" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 477 | 497 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 2,227 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 135 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £119.95 | £357.00 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 mini's 5.4", the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 477, and the Apple iPhone 12 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has a 50 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.95.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Google Pixel 9 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 64g lighter at 135 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 mini or Google Pixel 9 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 mini and Google Pixel 9 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 12 mini runs iOS 14.1 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.