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iPhone 12 mini vs iPhone 12 Pro

18 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

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iPhone 12 mini has advantages in design & dimensions, while iPhone 12 Pro has advantages in battery.

Top Differences

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✓35 registry fields

Weight135 g → 189 g
Display size5.4 in → 6.1 in
Video playback15 hours → 17 hours
Fast chargeUp to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately) → Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 11 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately)
Storage options64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB → 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

WeightiPhone 12 mini

135 g compared with 189 g

Display sizeDifferent, with no automatic winner

5.4 in compared with 6.1 in

Video playbackiPhone 12 Pro

15 hours compared with 17 hours

Fast chargeDifferent, with no automatic winner

Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately) compared with Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 11 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately)

Storage optionsDifferent, with no automatic winner

64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB compared with 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB

Full Comparison

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✓35 registry fields

FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
ZoomMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom rangeNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
Display sizeMarginal difference2 official sources5.4 in6.1 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
Outdoor brightnessMinor difference2 official sources625 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdr800 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdrHigher outdoor brightness improves sunlight readability.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2340-by-1080-pixel resolution at 476 ppi2532-by-1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
Video playbackMarginal difference2 official sources15 hours17 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately)Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 11 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources5065No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMinor difference2 official sources1011No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
WeightMeaningful difference2 official sources135 g189 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources131.5146.7No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources64.271.5No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourceBlack, WhiteUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference2 official sources64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 12 mini, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with this iPhone. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone with iOS 14, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with this iPhone. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 12 miniiPhone 12 ProWhy it matters
Cpu coresMarginal difference1 official source6UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Gpu coresMarginal difference1 official source4UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Neural engine coresMarginal difference1 official source16UnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

ChipA14 Bionic
Main camera12 MP
RatingRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529
Front camera12 MP
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
U.S. SIMDual SIM
Depth mm7.4
Apertureƒ/2.2 aperture

Which should you buy?

iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro trade strengths: iPhone 12 mini leads in Design, while iPhone 12 Pro leads in Battery.

CHOOSE IPHONE 12 MINI
  • Choose iPhone 12 mini if you prioritize design.
CHOOSE IPHONE 12 PRO
  • Choose iPhone 12 Pro if you prioritize battery.

Category-by-category

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone 12 mini

Leads in design.

BATTERY · iPhone 12 Pro

Leads in battery.

DISPLAY · Comparable

Comparable across display.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

REAR CAMERAS · Comparable

Comparable across camera.

PERFORMANCE · Comparable

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FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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