Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Motorola Moto G 06

Our Verdict: The Motorola Moto G 06 leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 12MP, and only the iPhone 12 Pro is a 5G phone; the Moto G 06 maxes out at 4G. There's more battery in the Moto G 06, 5200mAh to 2815mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own, and the Moto G 06 has the bigger screen at 6.9" against 6.1", while the iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper one at 457 PPI. Only pay up for the iPhone 12 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Moto G 06 makes more sense.

If you'd rather pay up front, the Moto G 06 is the cheaper buy at £79 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.3
19 reviews
3.4
5 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.88"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1170 x 2532 720 x 1640
Pixels Per Inch
457 260
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery
2,815 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 64GB
OS
iOS 14.1 Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm
Weight
189 grams 194 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
- £8.00/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £79.00

Prices updated 28 July 2026

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Apple iPhone 12 Pro Motorola Moto G 06 Motorola Moto G 06
Expert Rating 4.3
19 reviews
3.4
5 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.88"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1170 x 2532 720 x 1640
Pixels Per Inch 457 260
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery 2,815 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 64GB
OS iOS 14.1 Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.3 mm
Weight 189 grams 194 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts - £8.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £79.00
Prices updated 28 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Motorola Moto G 06?

The Motorola Moto G 06 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 12 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 12 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Moto G 06 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Motorola Moto G 06?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G 06 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 Pro or Motorola Moto G 06?

The Motorola Moto G 06 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Motorola Moto G 06?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G 06 comes in 64GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Motorola Moto G 06 use?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm), while the Motorola Moto G 06 uses the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Motorola Moto G 06?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 5g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro or Motorola Moto G 06?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Moto G 06 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro and Motorola Moto G 06 run?

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro runs iOS 14.1 and the Motorola Moto G 06 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.