Apple iPhone 12 vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro
Our verdict: Portability goes to the Apple iPhone 12 at 164g. SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 comes in at £134.99 — the lower starting price of the two.
18 reviews 4.3
19 reviews
Apple iPhone 12
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Apple iPhone 12 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 18 reviews |
4.3 19 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 1170 x 2532 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | iOS 14.1 |
| SIM Type | Standard 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 | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 164 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£11.95/mo
£69.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £134.99 | £189.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 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 or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £134.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 and Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 and Apple iPhone 12 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 12 is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 12 Pro uses the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 is the more portable of the two — it's 25g lighter at 164 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 or Apple iPhone 12 Pro?
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 and Apple iPhone 12 Pro run?
Both phones run iOS 14.1.