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Updated February 13, 2024·
If camera quality is paramount, the OnePlus 12 has a better overall camera system with more megapixels and additional camera features, but the iPhone 12 offers good camera performance as well with strong photo and video capabilities. The OnePlus 12 boasts a significantly larger battery capacity, which should translate to longer battery life, whereas the iPhone 12 has moderate battery life. Screen size on the OnePlus 12 is larger which might be better for media consumption but could be less comfortable for one-handed use than the smaller iPhone 12. If you prefer iOS and its ecosystem or are more budget-conscious, the iPhone 12 could be the better option, while the OnePlus 12 stands out with its Android system, superior display quality, and higher performance, though at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple iPhone 12
- The Apple iPhone 12 has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 12.
Advantages of the OnePlus 12
- Very good battery life
- Best in class display quality
- Best in class performance
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
7.3
7.8
The OnePlus 12 and Apple iPhone 12 both have good overall camera quality, though the OnePlus 12 has somewhat better overall camera quality.
The Apple iPhone 12 has a better camera than the OnePlus 12 primarily due to its superior selfie capabilities, which are very important for overall camera performance. While both phones have good software for both photos and videos, as well as decent dynamic range and low light performance, the iPhone 12 pulls ahead with higher versatility and selfie quality, despite the OnePlus 12 having advantages in video resolution and framerate, along with mic quality.
Photo Quality
7.1
7.8
The OnePlus 12 and Apple iPhone 12 both have good photos, though the OnePlus 12 takes somewhat better photos.
The Apple iPhone 12 outperforms the OnePlus 12 in terms of selfie photo quality, which is very important for many users, and also has a fair camera versatility, meaning it can handle a variety of shooting scenarios decently. While the OnePlus 12 might offer other advantages, its lower selfie photo quality could be a significant drawback for those who prioritize front-facing camera capabilities.
Battery
6.2 Hours
8.2 Hours
The Apple iPhone 12 has 6.2 hours of battery life. The OnePlus 12 has 8.2 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The Apple iPhone 12 has a screen size of 6.1 inches and the OnePlus 12 is 6.82 inches.
Cost
$600
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Apple iPhone 12 has a price of $600 and the OnePlus 12 costs $800.
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Key similarities
Video Quality
7.2
7.0
The Apple iPhone 12 and OnePlus 12 both have good videos.
The Apple iPhone 12 provides a better video quality than the OnePlus 12 largely because it has superior video software experience, better video stabilization, and more effective video low light performance. Conversely, despite the OnePlus 12 having a higher video resolution and framerate, it does not match the overall video recording performance of the iPhone 12 due to lower scores in stabilization, dynamic range and mic quality.
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How the Apple iPhone 12 and the OnePlus 12 compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple iPhone 12 | OnePlus 12 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | OnePlus | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | iOS | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 23, 2020 | February 6, 2024 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.1" | 6.82" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 3168 x 1440 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | No | Yes | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 510 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | A14 | SD8G3 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.3/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | 50 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.2 Hours | 8.2 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 2815 mAh | 5400 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 15 W | 50 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | Yes (10 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 5.78" x 2.81" | 6.47" x 2.98" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.78 oz | 7.76 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.4 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6 | 7 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 | (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | Yes | |
Color | |||
Color | Blue, Purple, Green, White, Black, Red | Silky Black, Flowy Emerald | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | N/A | No | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | No | |
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Stuart Miles | March 2022
"The iPhone 12 offers many of the important things that you want from the iPhone: a decent camera, 5G, great screen, fast processor. For the group of people who want a new iPhone without the price tag of the iPhone 12 Pro or iPhone 13 range, this is a great choice. There's no settling for second best with this smartphone."
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About Apple
The tech giant called Apple is synonymous with the most popular smartphone in the world: the iPhone. Known for their build quality and aesthetics, as well as for their excellent integration between hardware and software, iPhones have defined the smartphone industry ever since their conception and they continue to do so by setting new industry standards. Apple's own operating system, called iOS, is known for its simplicity and ease of use, and the company tends to complement it well by creating devices with some of the most powerful processing hardware available in the mobile world. The iPhone is also known for its robust ecosystem of accessories, as it facilitates a very seamless experience when interacting with other Apple products, more so than most of its competitors.
About OnePlus
OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.
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