Apple·Premium · Released Nov 2020
iPhone 12 mini
The original 5.4" mini — 5G and OLED in the smallest modern iPhone.
73/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$699
Color · Blue
Display
5.4" OLED 60 Hz
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic
Memory
4 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.6
Battery
2,227 mAh
Weight
133 g
AI Snapshot
The smallest 5G iPhone ever made — a niche pick best bought used.
The 12 mini squeezed OLED and 5G into a 133 g body. Battery life was its undoing at launch and remains its weak point; for collectors of small phones it is still a charming, capable device.
Subscores · 0–100
Display78
Camera76
Performance74
Battery62
Build84
Value74
- Smallest, lightest modern iPhone at 133 g.
- Full OLED display and 5G despite the size.
- A14 still handles everyday tasks comfortably.
- Premium flat-edge aluminium build.
Full specifications
Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz
Size
5.4 inches
Resolution
2,340 × 1,080 px (476 ppi)
Peak brightness
1,200 nits HDR
Protection
Ceramic Shield
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 HDR
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -54.3%
This
740,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -31.7%
This
1,980
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -40.1%
This
4,850
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -69.4%
This
19.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 12 mini released?
The iPhone 12 mini was released in Nov 2020.
What is the iPhone 12 mini screen size and type?
The iPhone 12 mini has a 5.4" OLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 12 mini use?
The iPhone 12 mini is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 12 mini have?
The iPhone 12 mini ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 12 mini battery capacity?
The iPhone 12 mini has a 2,227 mAh battery.
What is the iPhone 12 mini main camera?
The iPhone 12 mini has a 12 MP · f/1.6 main camera.
Does the iPhone 12 mini have 5G?
The iPhone 12 mini supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave).
Is the iPhone 12 mini waterproof?
The iPhone 12 mini is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.