Apple iPhone 12 vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Compare Apple iPhone 12 vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold side by side: Apple A14 Bionic vs Google Tensor G6, 12MP vs 48MP camera, 2815mAh vs 4806mAh battery, $699…
Apple
iPhone 12
$699
5categories won
Pixel 11 Pro Fold
$1,899
14categories won
19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes the overall win
The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Choose the Pixel 11 Pro Fold if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 12 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes battery honors offering 4,806 mAh alongside 30W charging.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G6 and 16GB RAM.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
iPhone 12 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1899.
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 vs Pixel 11 Pro Fold: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 8" |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 2076 x 2152Winner |
| Pixel density | 457 ppiWinner | 372 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 3600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Google Tensor G6 |
| Process node | 5 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | — |
| Maximum RAM | 4 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 12 MP | 48 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MPWinner | 10.5 MP |
| Selfie camera | 12 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,815 mAh | 4,806 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 20 W | 30 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 164 gWinner | 239 g |
| Thickness | 7.4 mm | 5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Ceramic Shield front, glass back and aluminum design | Glass-ceramic cover glass, Ultra Thin Glass inner, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back, aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 14.1, upgradable to iOS 18 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 11 Pro Fold |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $1,899 |
Apple iPhone 12
The Apple iPhone 12 upgraded the best-selling base model formula with a stunning Super Retina XDR OLED panel, Ceramic Shield glass, 5G capabilities, and featherlight 164g ergonomics.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Apple A14 Bionic
- Main camera
- 12MP
- Battery
- 2,815mAh
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
At $1899, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold targets premium early adopters and multitasking professionals. It pairs a massive 8-inch, 3600-nit folding display with Google's 3nm Tensor G6 chip and 16GB of RAM, though 30W wired charging and Wi-Fi 6E lag behind current flagship standards.
- Display
- 8"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,806mAh