Apple·Premium · Released Oct 2020
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 — flat sides, 5G, MagSafe.
76/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$799
Color · Blue
Display
6.1" OLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic
Memory
4 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.6
Battery
2,815 mAh
Weight
162 g
AI Snapshot
The iPhone that brought 5G and a flat-edge revival.
iPhone 12 was the gateway to the modern iPhone era — 5G, MagSafe, and Ceramic Shield. Worth considering used if you want a compact iOS phone with current software.
Subscores · 0–100
Display80
Camera79
Performance80
Battery70
Build87
Value73
- First 5G iPhone.
- Flat-edge design returned.
- MagSafe debut.
- Still on iOS 18.
Full specifications
Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz
Size
6.1 inches
Resolution
2,532 × 1,170 px (460 ppi)
Main
12 MP, f/1.6, OIS
Ultrawide
12 MP, f/2.4
Selfie
12 MP, f/2.2
Video
4K @ 60 fps · Dolby Vision
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -59.9%
This
650,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -39.7%
This
1,750
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -45.7%
This
4,400
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -62.9%
This
23.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 12 released?
The iPhone 12 was released in Oct 2020.
What is the iPhone 12 screen size and type?
The iPhone 12 has a 6.1" OLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 12 use?
The iPhone 12 is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 12 have?
The iPhone 12 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 12 battery capacity?
The iPhone 12 has a 2,815 mAh battery.
What is the iPhone 12 main camera?
The iPhone 12 has a 12 MP · f/1.6 main camera.
Does the iPhone 12 have 5G?
The iPhone 12 supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave (US)).
Is the iPhone 12 waterproof?
The iPhone 12 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.