After an upgrade? Check out the iPhone 12 series. Apple’s 12, 12 Pro, and Pro Max all boast flagship features that compete with most heavyweight handsets. But which one is right for you? We’ll help with that—here you’ll find our take on everything from displays to designs, cameras to colour balance. If you’re edging towards one of these handsets by the end of this guide, check out our refurbished phones page for some huge savings.

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What is the size difference between the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro?

When it comes to the 12 and 12 Pro, it’s a game of spotting the difference. Both phones feature rounded curves and stainless steel that look and feel buttery smooth. The 12 Pro Max, however, is 14mm taller, 7mm wider, and 39g heavier. The latter is useful for functions like Face ID, which feels less intrusive.

Prone to phone accidents? No problem. Thankfully, all three handsets have dust and water-resistant IP68 certification. It’s tested to depths of 6 metres for 30 minutes, so you shouldn’t have any issues if your iPhone takes a pool-side plunge. The 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max come in the same colours: Silver, Graphite, Gold, and Pacific Blue. On the most basic version, the 12, you’ll have a choice of Purple, Blue, Green, Red, White, and Black.

What is the difference between the 12 and 12 Pro display?

The 12 and 12 Pro feature a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen with an 1170x2532 resolution and rich HDR viewing. However, there’s a difference: the 12 Pro’s screen brightness extends to 800 nits—handy when the sun’s shining. Enter the 12 Pro Max. The handset raises the bar, supersizing with a stunning 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display. It has roughly the same pixel density and brightness as the 12 and 12 Pro, but the added screen space enhances your Netflix binges. Every phone’s display refresh rate is 60HZ, offering a smooth scrolling experience.

What is the difference between iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro camera?

Let’s compare the 12 and 12 Pro. The 12 Pro offers more lens games than the 12, boasting Wide, Ultra Wide, and 2 Telephoto angles. However, both handsets’ snappers are built around the same 12-megapixel Ultra Wide sensors and feature an f/1.6 aperture. This tech results in photographs with superb colour, clarity, and precision in low-light conditions. There’s also enhanced zoom on the 12 Pro when using Night Mode, and a LiDAR sensor that improves autofocus.

The 12 Pro, like the 12 Pro Max, supports ProRAW shots, allowing users to adjust exposure, colour, and white balance after taking a picture. The threesome also features a 12 MP front camera for high-quality selfies and crystal-clear video calling.

If you’re looking to get more from your iPhone camera, choose the 12 Pro Max. Its image sensor is 47% larger than the rest of the 12 range, outperforming the Pro in low light. Plus, the zoom feature extends to 2.5x reach. Every iPhone 12 supports Dolby Vision for sharp-sounding productions and sensor stabilisation. Another thing all these phones have in common is 4K video, but you’ll get double the fps on the Pro and Max models.

Is the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro battery the same?

If it’s a fast phone you need, you can’t go wrong with any handset from the Apple 12 range. All three iPhones are powered by an A14 Bionic chipset and 6GB RAM, promising super-charged speeds whether your photo editing, streaming, or playing games. Each handset is 5G compatible, too.

Unlike the 12, the 12 Pro and the Pro Max feature 128GB of memory as standard, extending to 512GB. This is a welcome change, especially for those who like to download a lot of media. Last up, let’s talk batteries. The 12 and 12 Pro have a 2815 mAh battery estimated to produce 17 hours of uninterrupted video playback. Not bad, but the Pro Max goes one better with a larger 3687 mAh unit.

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Conclusion

If you don’t fancy forking out those extra pounds, the 12 and 12 Pro are excellent in their own right. Whatever you decide, refurbished iPhone handsets are available from Envirofone for a snip of retail prices. Better still, you can save more money by selling your iPhone to us and putting the cash towards your next handset!