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Apple iPhone 12 mini vs POCO POCO M8 Power 5G

Compare Apple iPhone 12 mini vs POCO POCO M8 Power 5G side by side: Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) vs Mediatek Dimensity 1080, 12MP vs 50MP camera, 2227mAh vs…

Apple iPhone 12 mini official product photo

Apple

iPhone 12 mini

$699

10categories won

POCO POCO M8 Power 5G official product image

Poco

POCO M8 Power 5G

Price TBC

7categories won

1 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 12 mini takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 12 mini claims the overall win over the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the iPhone 12 mini leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the POCO M8 Power 5G. Choose the iPhone 12 mini if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the POCO M8 Power 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryPOCO M8 Power 5G

POCO M8 Power 5G takes battery honors offering 8,000 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraiPhone 12 mini

iPhone 12 mini wins photography with 12MP main imaging.

🏷️ ValueTie

Official launch pricing varies across international retail regions.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 12 mini vs POCO M8 Power 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Screen size
5.4"
6.67"
Resolution
1080 x 2340
1080 x 2400Winner
Pixel density
477 ppiWinner
395 ppi
Refresh rate
60 Hz
120 HzWinner
Peak brightness
1200 nitsWinner
550 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)
Mediatek Dimensity 1080
Process node
5 nmWinner
6 nm
AnTuTu score
1,050,000Winner
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Geekbench multi
4720Winner
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Maximum RAM
4 GB
8 GBWinner
Maximum storage
64GB
256GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Main sensor
12 MP
50 MPWinner
Rear cameras
2
2
Ultrawide
12 MP
—
Selfie camera
12 MPWinner
8 MP
Max video
4K at 60fps Dolby Vision HDR
1080p@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Capacity
2,227 mAh
8,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging
20 W
45 WWinner
Wireless charging
12 W
No

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Weight
135 gWinner
225 g
Thickness
7.4 mmWinner
8.45 mm
Water resistance
IP68
IP65
Build
Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, glass back
Plastic frame, plastic back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
Operating system
iOS 14
Android 13
OS updates
6 yearsWinner
—
Security updates
7 yearsWinner
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Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 12 mini, POCO POCO M8 Power 5G
SpecificationiPhone 12 miniPOCO M8 Power 5G
5G
Yes
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Storage expansion
None
microSD
3.5mm jack
No
No
Launch price
$699
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Apple iPhone 12 mini

Weighing an astonishing 135 grams, the iPhone 12 mini pioneered modern flat-edge industrial design, OLED contrast, and 5G connectivity in Apple's smallest smartphone profile in years.

Display
5.4"
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)
Main camera
12MP
Battery
2,227mAh
Full iPhone 12 mini specifications →

POCO POCO M8 Power 5G

The POCO M8 Power 5G is a marathon-running budget smartphone defined by its colossal 8000mAh battery and 22.5W reverse-charging capabilities. While it excels for off-grid users needing multi-day endurance, its reliance on an aging Android 13 OS, LCD screen, and basic 1080p video recording limit its broader appeal.

Display
6.67"
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 1080
Main camera
50MP
Battery
8,000mAh
Full POCO M8 Power 5G specifications →

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