iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 12
Short Description
iPhone 12 Pro Max
Screen size: 6.7" / Resolution: 1284 x 2778 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 12MP / RAM: 6GB / Battery power: 3687 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
iPhone 12
Screen size: 6.1" / Resolution: 1170 x 2532 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 12MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 2815 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Key Differences
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Why is iPhone 12 Pro Max better than iPhone 12?
Bigger battery capacity: 3687 mAh vs 2815 mAh
More RAM memory capacity: 6GB vs 4GB
AnTuTu score is about 3% higher
More internal storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.7" vs 6.1"
Better display resolution: 1284 x 2778 px vs 1170 x 2532 px
The phone is newer
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Why is iPhone 12 better than iPhone 12 Pro Max?
Lighter: 164 g (5.78 ounces) vs 228 g (8.04 ounces)
Narrower: 71.5 mm (2.81 inches) vs 78.1 mm (3.07 inches)
Shorter: 146.7 mm (5.78 inches) vs 160.8 mm (6.33 inches)
More color options: Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple vs Silver, Graphite, Gold, Pacific Blue
Phone is about 28% cheaper
Size Comparison
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Height
160.8 mm
(6.33 inches)
Width
78.1 mm
(3.07 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
6.7"
Weight
228 g
(8.04 ounces)
6.7"
6.1"
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
160.8 mm
(6.33 inches)
Width
78.1 mm
(3.07 inches)
Thickness
7.4 mm
(0.29 inches)
Screen size
6.7"
Weight
228 g
(8.04 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)
3D comparison
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Expert Score
Score 4.3
Score 4.3
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Score 4.3
Score 4.3
TechRadar
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Tom's Guide
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Tech Advisor
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
PCMag
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
The Verge
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Smartprix
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
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iPhone 12 Pro Max
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iPhone 12
Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
iPhone 12 Pro Max
1,125,172 +2.73%
iPhone 12
1,095,315
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 Pro Max
313,578 +1.14%
iPhone 12
310,050
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone 12 Pro Max
322,452
iPhone 12
323,143 +0.21%
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 Pro Max
180,423 +3.82%
iPhone 12
173,777
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone 12 Pro Max
308,719 +7.07%
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 Pro Max
7,880 +3.67%
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 Pro Max
9,036 +7.65%
iPhone 12
8,394
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 Pro Max
2,317 +7.52%
iPhone 12
2,155
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 Pro Max
4,750 +7.64%
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 Pro Max
2,045 +2.51%
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 Pro Max
3,992 +1.19%
iPhone 12
3,945
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 Pro Max
1,577
iPhone 12
1,584 +0.44%
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Battery Performance
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Battery Life
Charging timePrice Comparison
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Price in USA From $ 382
From $ 275
Price in Europe From € 490
From € 310
Price in India From ₹ 109,900
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Interest Over the Last 12 months
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Sep 2023
99
20
Oct 2023
81
13
Nov 2023
81
14
Dec 2023
84
13
Jan 2024
74
11
Feb 2024
66
10
Mar 2024
61
10
Apr 2024
62
10
May 2024
58
10
Jun 2024
59
10
Jul 2024
60
10
Aug 2024
59
10
Sep 2024
65
13
Data source: Google Trends
About Products
iPhone 12 Pro Max
The iPhone 12 Pro Max is Apple’s top-tier device, offering exceptional performance and advanced features. Its 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display delivers stunning visuals with incredible detail, perfect for gaming, streaming, and creative tasks. Powered by the A14 Bionic chip, it ensures lightning-fast performance and power efficiency.
The 12MP Pro camera system, including ultra-wide, wide, and telephoto lenses, captures professional-quality photos and 4K HDR videos. With Night mode, Deep Fusion, and LiDAR technology, it excels in low-light photography. 5G connectivity, Ceramic Shield durability, and impressive battery life make the iPhone 12 Pro Max a perfect choice for power users.
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.
Technical Specifications
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Specs
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 12
Design
Weight
228 g (8.04 ounces)
164 g (5.78 ounces)
Thickness
7.4 mm (0.29 inches)
7.4 mm (0.29 inches)
Width
78.1 mm (3.07 inches)
71.5 mm (2.81 inches)
Height
160.8 mm (6.33 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
92.93 cm³
77.62 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
✔
Color options
Silver, Graphite, Gold, Pacific Blue
Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
0 °C
Maximum operating temperature
-
35 °C
French Repairability Index
6
6
Display
Screen size
6.7"
6.1"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
458 ppi
460 ppi
Resolution
1284 x 2778 px
1170 x 2532 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical)
1200 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
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
64GB, 128GB, 256GB
RAM
6GB
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 & 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 & f/1.6 & f/2.4
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
2.5x
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 laser autofocus
✔
-
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Shoots raw
✔
-
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Has manual shutter speed
✔
-
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
Maximum focal length
52 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
3687 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
✔
✔
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 infrared sensor
✔
-
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
✔
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