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Comparing iPhone 12 models: Every difference between Apple's iPhone 12, Mini, Pro and Pro Max

Here's how all four of Apple's iPhone 12 models stack up spec-by-spec.

Lynn La Senior Editor / Reviews - Phones

Lynn La covers mobile reviews and news. She previously wrote for The Sacramento Bee, Macworld and The Global Post.

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Sept. 6, 2021 3:30 a.m. PT

iPhone 12 vs. iPhone 12 Mini vs. iPhone 12 Pro vs. iPhone 12 Pro Max — What are the differences between the four models in Apple's iPhone 12 lineup? Let us explain.
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Apple's latest phone lineup includes the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max. All four models feature 5G connectivity, a magnetic backing branded as MagSafe that can attach to a number of accessories and a new Ceramic Shield display that promises to be more durable. Only the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini come in Apple's springy purple color.

The iPhone 13 is expected to arrive this month. The new iPhone lineup is also rumored to feature four phones: a standard, Mini, Pro and Pro Max version. Here's how the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 compare based on rumors.

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Apple iPhone 12 $704 at Amazon

Apple iPhone 12 Mini $682 at Amazon

Apple iPhone 12 Pro $797 at Amazon

Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max $780 at Amazon

With so many devices, it can get a little confusing to understand what makes these handsets different from each other. In general, the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini are the two most affordable phones in the lineup and have dual rear cameras. The two Pro models are the highest-end and priciest iPhones. In addition to a third telephoto camera, they also have a lidar scanner for modeling and object detection.

For a full rundown on the iPhone 12, take a look at the chart below, where you can see their specs side-by-side. And if you're still deciding between Apple and Samsung, here's the Galaxy S21 vs. iPhone 12 specs comparison.

Watch this: Our in-depth review of the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro

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iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max specs

	Apple iPhone 12	Apple iPhone 12 Mini	Apple iPhone 12 Pro	Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Display size, resolution	6.1-inch OLED; 2,532x1,170 pixels	5.4-inch OLED; 2,340x1,080 pixels	6.1-inch OLED; 2,532x1,170 pixels	6.7-inch OLED; 2,778x1,284 pixels
Pixel density	460ppi	476ppi	460ppi	458ppi
Dimensions (inches)	5.78 x 2.82 x 0.29 in.	5.18 x 2.53 x 0.29 in.	5.78 x 2.82 x 0.29 in.	6.33 x 3.07 x 0.29 in.
Dimensions (millimeters)	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4mm	131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4mm	146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4mm	160.8 x 78.1 x 7.4mm
Weight (ounces, grams)	5.78 oz.; 164g	4.76 oz.; 135g	6.66 oz.; 189g	8.03 oz.; 228g
Mobile software	iOS 14	iOS 14	iOS 14	iOS 14
Camera	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide), 12-megapixel (telephoto)	12-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultra-wide), 12-megapixel (telephoto)
Front-facing camera	12-megapixel	12-megapixel	12-megapixel	12-megapixel
Video capture	4K	4K	4K	4K
Processor	Apple A14 Bionic	Apple A14 Bionic	Apple A14 Bionic	Apple A14 Bionic
Storage	64GB, 128GB, 256GB	64GB, 128GB, 256GB	128GB, 256GB, 512GB	128GB, 256GB, 512GB
RAM	Undisclosed	Undisclosed	Undisclosed	Undisclosed
Expandable storage	No	No	No	No
Battery	Undisclosed; Apple lists 15 hours of video playback	Undisclosed; Apple lists 15 hours of video playback	Undisclosed; Apple lists 17 hours of video playback	Undisclosed; Apple lists 17 hours of video playback
Fingerprint sensor	No (FaceID)	No (FaceID)	No (FaceID)	No (FaceID)
Connector	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning	Lightning
Headphone jack	No	No	No	No
Special features	5G enabled; MagSafe; water resistant (IP68); wireless charging; dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM)	5G enabled; MagSafe; water resistant (IP68); wireless charging; dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM)	Lidar scanner; 5G enabled; MagSafe; water resistant (IP68); wireless charging; dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM)	Lidar scanner; 5G enabled; MagSafe; water resistant (IP68); wireless charging; dual-SIM capabilities (nano-SIM and e-SIM)
Price off-contract (USD)	$829 (64GB), $879 (128GB), $979 (256GB)	$729 (64GB), $779 (128GB), $879 (256GB)	$999 (128GB), $1,099 (256GB), $1,299 (512GB)	$1,099 (128GB), $1,199 (256GB), $1,399 (512GB)
Price (GBP)	£799 (64GB), £849 (128GB), £949 (256GB)	£699 (64GB), £749 (128GB), £849 (256GB)	£999 (128GB), £1,099 (256GB), £1,299 (512GB)	£1,099 (128GB), £1,199 (256GB), £1,399 (512GB)
Price (AUD)	AU$1,349 (64GB), AU$1,429 (128GB), AU$1,599 (256GB)	AU$1,199 (64GB), AU$1,279 (128GB), AU$1,449 (256GB)	AU$1,699 (128GB), AU$1,869 (256GB), AU$2,219 (512GB)	AU$1,849 (128GB), AU$2,019 (256GB), AU$2,369 (512GB)