iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Why is iPhone 12 Mini better than iPhone 12?
Lighter: 135 g (4.76 ounces) vs 164 g (5.78 ounces)
Narrower: 64.2 mm (2.53 inches) vs 71.5 mm (2.81 inches)
Shorter: 131.5 mm (5.18 inches) vs 146.7 mm (5.78 inches)
The phone is newer
Phone is about 11% cheaper
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Why is iPhone 12 better than iPhone 12 Mini?
Bigger battery capacity: 2815 mAh vs 2227 mAh
AnTuTu score is about 5% higher
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.1" vs 5.4"
Better display resolution: 1170 x 2532 px vs 1080 x 2340 px
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Height
131.5 mm
(5.18 inches)
Width
64.2 mm
(2.53 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
5.4"
Weight
135 g
(4.76 ounces)
Height
146.7 mm
(5.78 inches)
Width
71.5 mm
(2.81 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
6.1"
Weight
164 g
(5.78 ounces)
Height
131.5 mm
(5.18 inches)
Width
64.2 mm
(2.53 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
5.4"
Weight
135 g
(4.76 ounces)
Height
146.7 mm
(5.78 inches)
Width
71.5 mm
(2.81 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
6.1"
Weight
164 g
(5.78 ounces)
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Score 4.4
Score 4.3
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Score 4.4
Score 4.3
TechRadar
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Tom's Guide
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Tech Advisor
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
PCMag
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
The Verge
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Smartprix
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
AnTuTu Score
iPhone 12 Mini
1,041,022
iPhone 12
1,095,315 +5.22%
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
iPhone 12 Mini
295,247
iPhone 12
310,050 +5.01%
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone 12 Mini
309,462
iPhone 12
323,143 +4.42%
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
iPhone 12 Mini
140,008
iPhone 12
173,777 +24.12%
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone 12 Mini
296,305 +2.76%
iPhone 12
288,345
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
iPhone 12 Mini
7,655 +0.71%
iPhone 12
7,601
Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.
3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
iPhone 12 Mini
8,370
iPhone 12
8,394 +0.29%
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.
3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
iPhone 12 Mini
2,138
iPhone 12
2,155 +0.8%
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.
Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core
iPhone 12 Mini
4,420 +0.16%
iPhone 12
4,413
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.
Geekbench 6 · Single-Core
iPhone 12 Mini
1,999 +0.2%
iPhone 12
1,995
Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone 12 Mini
3,876
iPhone 12
3,945 +1.78%
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone 12 Mini
1,571
iPhone 12
1,584 +0.83%
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
From $ 178
From $ 201
From € 233
From € 273
iPhone 12 Mini
The Apple iPhone 12 Mini packs flagship performance into a compact design. With a 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR display, it delivers vibrant colors and sharp details, perfect for media consumption in a pocket-friendly size. Powered by the A14 Bionic chip, the iPhone 12 Mini offers lightning-fast performance and power efficiency.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures stunning photos with Night mode, Deep Fusion, and 4K Dolby Vision video recording. It supports 5G connectivity for faster browsing and downloads, while the Ceramic Shield provides enhanced durability. With MagSafe wireless charging and water resistance, the iPhone 12 Mini is a powerful, compact device.
iPhone 12
The Apple iPhone 12 is a sleek and powerful smartphone that delivers exceptional performance and design. Featuring a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, it offers stunning visuals with vibrant colors and sharp details, perfect for gaming, streaming, and everyday tasks. Powered by the A14 Bionic chip, it ensures fast, smooth performance and energy efficiency.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures high-quality photos and 4K videos, while Night mode enhances low-light photography. With 5G connectivity, Face ID, and Ceramic Shield for added durability, the iPhone 12 combines speed, security, and style in one impressive package.
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Specs
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12
Design
Weight
135 g (4.76 ounces)
164 g (5.78 ounces)
Thickness
7.4 mm (0.29 inches)
7.4 mm (0.29 inches)
Width
64.2 mm (2.53 inches)
71.5 mm (2.81 inches)
Height
131.5 mm (5.18 inches)
146.7 mm (5.78 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
✔
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
IP68
Waterproof depth rating
6 m
6 m
Volume
62.47 cm³
77.62 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
✔
Color options
Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple
Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple
Lowest potential operating temperature
-
0 °C
Maximum operating temperature
-
35 °C
French Repairability Index
6
6
Display
Screen size
5.4"
6.1"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
476 ppi
460 ppi
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px
1170 x 2532 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
625 nits
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
-
Gorilla Glass Victus
Supports HDR10
✔
✔
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
✔
Contrast ratio
2000000:1
2000000:1
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB
64GB, 128GB, 256GB
RAM
4GB
4GB
CPU speed
2 x 3.1 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
2 x 3.1 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
GPU clock speed
1278 MHz
1278 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
Semiconductor size
5 nm
5 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL ES version
3
3
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
6 threads
Uses HMP
✔
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
L2 cache
16 MB
16 MB
DDR memory version
4
4
GPU execution units
4
4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
6W
6W
Front-end width
8
8
Release date
2020
2020
Has NX bit
✔
✔
L1 cache
192 KB
192 KB
Memory channels
2
2
Number of transistors
11800 million
11800 million
Supported displays
3
3
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
12 MP & 12 MP
Front camera
12MP
12MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
2160 x 60 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.6
f/2.4 & f/1.6
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
✔
Has a BSI sensor
✔
✔
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Optical zoom
2x
2x
Number of flash LEDs
2
2
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/2.2
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Supports Dolby Vision recording
✔
✔
Minimum focal length
26 mm
26 mm
Operating system
Has clipboard warnings
✔
✔
Has location privacy options
✔
✔
Has dark mode
✔
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
✔
Has battery health check
✔
✔
Has focus modes
✔
✔
Can offload apps
✔
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
✔
✔
More languages supported
-
56
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Supports widgets
-
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Can block app tracking
✔
✔
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
✔
Has on-device machine learning
✔
✔
Gets direct OS updates
✔
✔
Has AirPlay
✔
✔
Supports widgets
✔
-
Has Quick Start
✔
✔
More languages supported
56
-
Has offline voice recognition
✔
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Battery
Battery power
2227 mAh
2815 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
✔
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
-
20W
Wireless charging speed
-
7.5W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Battery life
12.4 hours
-
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
✔
Number of microphones
3
3
Features
Has 5G support
✔
✔
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
USB version
2
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Bluetooth version
5.1
5.1
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
✔
iPhone 12 Mini
iPhone 12