Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Apple iPhone 13
Our Verdict: The iPhone 13 replaced the iPhone 12 Pro after a year, and not a lot changed between them. The 13 has the bigger battery of the two, 3227mAh against 2815mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the 13 is the lighter phone at 173g against 189g. Get the 13 for a few more years of updates, or save money with the 12 Pro if you don't mind.
Buying outright, the 12 Pro starts at £180 SIM-free.
19 reviews 4.6
10 reviews
Prices updated 20 July 2026
Apple iPhone 12 Pro
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Apple iPhone 13
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 19 reviews |
4.6 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 2532 x 1170 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Battery | 2,815 mAh | 3,227 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | Apple iOS |
| 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 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 173 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£12.99/mo
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| SIM-free | £179.99 | £199.95 |
| Prices updated 20 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 13 has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 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 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 use?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 13 uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 16g lighter at 173 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 run?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro runs iOS 14.1 and the Apple iPhone 13 runs Apple iOS. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.