Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro
Here you can compare Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) and Apple iPhone 12 Pro. Comparing Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) vs Apple iPhone 12 Pro on Smartprix enables you to check their respective specs scores and unique features. It would potentially help you understand how Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) stands against Apple iPhone 12 Pro and which one should you buy The current lowest price found for Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) is ₹1,18,994 and for Apple iPhone 12 Pro is ₹90,938. The details of both of these products were last updated on Aug 06, 2026.
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Pro (256GB) | Apple iPhone 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 3.46 GHz, Hexa Core Processor | 3.1 GHz, Hexa Core Processor |
| Battery | 3200 mAh, Li-ion Battery | Li-ion Battery |
| Display | 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.1 inches, 1170 x 2532 pixels |
| OS | iOS v16 | iOS v14.0 |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Price | ₹1,18,994 | ₹90,938 |
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Overview
| Specs Score | 68 / 100 Better Specs | 59 / 100 |
| Display Resolution | 1179 x 2556 pixels Better Resolution | 1170 x 2532 pixels |
| Storage | 256 GB More Storage | 128 GB |
| CPU Clock Speed | 3.46 GHz Faster Clock Speed | 3.1 GHz |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple Better Camera Resolution | 12 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP Triple |
| Weight | 206 g | 187 g Lighter |
| Thickness | 7.85 mm | 7.4 mm Slimmer |
| Battery | 3200 mAh Bigger Battery |
General
| Model | iPhone 14 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano + eSim | Nano + eSim |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | September 07, 2022 | October 13, 2020 |
Design
| Dimensions | 71.5 x 147.5 x 7.85 mm | 71.5 x 146.7 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 206 g | 187 g |
Display
| Type | Color OLED Screen (1B) | Color OLED Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.1 inches, 1170 x 2532 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | |
| PPI | ~ 460 PPI | ~ 460 PPI |
| HDR Support | Yes, HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | Yes |
| Features | 1600nits (typical), 2000 nits peak brightness, HDR Display, True Tone, Haptic Touch, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG | HDR Display, True Tone, Haptic Touch, 20,00,000:1 Contrast Ratio |
| Notch | Yes | Yes, Large Notch |
Memory
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | No | No |
Connectivity
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n66, n70, n77, n78, n79) ) | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, Lightning Cable | Yes, Lightning Cable |
| USB Features | USB Charging | USB Charging |
Performance
| Camera Score | 146 (DxOMark) | 127 (DxOMark) |
Extra
| GPS | yes with A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou | yes with A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No | No |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Face ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, Three‑axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor | Face ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, Three‑axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 6 m upto 30 min, IP68 | Yes, 6 m upto 30 min, IP68 |
| IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Satellite Connectivity, Crash Detection |
Camera
| Rear Camera | 48 MP ƒ/1.78 (Main) 12 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 12 MP ƒ/1.78 (Telephoto) | 12 MP ƒ/2.4 (Ultra Wide) 12 MP ƒ/1.6 (Wide Angle) 12 MP ƒ/2 (Telephoto) |
| OIS | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Focus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus |
| Features | Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 4, Night mode, LiDAR Scanner, Apple ProRAW, Burst mode | Panorama, Smart HDR 3 with Scene Detection, Deep Fusion, Auto Image Stabilisation, Burst Mode |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD | 4K @ 24/30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30/60 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 12 MP ƒ/1.9 Retina Flash | 12 MP ƒ/2.2 Retina Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 4K | 4K @ 24/30/60 fps UHD |
Technical
| OS | iOS v16 | iOS v14.0 |
| Chipset | Apple Bionic A16 | Apple Bionic A14 |
| CPU | 3.46 GHz, Hexa Core Processor | 3.1 GHz, Hexa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x3.46 GHz Everest & 4x2.02 GHz Sawtooth | 2x3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm |
| GPU | Apple GPU | Apple GPU |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
Multimedia
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM | AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM |
| Video | HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2 and Motion JPEG | HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2 and Motion JPEG |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
Battery
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 3200 mAh, Li-ion Battery | Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Music Playback Time | 75 hours | 65 hours |
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