Apple iPhone 12 vs Motorola Moto G 06 Power

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 12 versus Motorola Moto G 06 Power, the stronger argument is portability. The iPhone has the useful edge there with a sharper 457 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 12MP front camera. The Motorola still has a role if you prefer a larger 6.9-inch screen, a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, and a larger 7,000 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Motorola is the Android choice. The iPhone is the stronger choice for portability, with the Motorola better suited to screen size.

The Moto G 06 Power is the cheaper one to own: around £215 over a typical contract, £305 less than the iPhone 12.

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 Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery
2,815 mAh 7,000 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 64GB
OS
iOS 14.1 Android 15
SIM Type
Standard SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
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
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight
164 grams 220 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£19.00/mo (£9.00 upfront) £8.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£144.99 £89.99
Apple iPhone 12 Apple iPhone 12 Motorola Moto G 06 Power Motorola Moto G 06 Power
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 Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery 2,815 mAh 7,000 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 64GB
OS iOS 14.1 Android 15
SIM Type Standard SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
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
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight 164 grams 220 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £19.00/mo
£9.00 upfront
£8.50/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £144.99 £89.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 12
Apple iPhone 12

24 Months

64GB

Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£19 a month, £9 upfront.

Motorola Moto G 06 Power
Motorola Moto G 06 Power

24 Months

64GB

Tapestry

0.5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£8.50 a month, with FREE phone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Moto G 06 Power cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper on contract at £215.37 over the life of the deal from £8.50 per month with £0.00 upfront.

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

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

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

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

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.99.

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

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

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 12 is the more portable of the two: it's 56g lighter at 164 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 or Motorola Moto G 06 Power?

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

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

The Apple iPhone 12 runs iOS 14.1 and the Motorola Moto G 06 Power 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.