Apple iPhone 12 vs Google Pixel 12
Compare Apple iPhone 12 vs Google Pixel 12 side by side: Apple A14 Bionic vs Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen), 12MP vs 50MP camera, 2815mAh vs 4900mAh…
Apple
iPhone 12
$699
5categories won
Pixel 12
$849
13categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel 12 takes the overall win
The Google Pixel 12 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 12, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 12 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 12. Choose the Pixel 12 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 12 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel 12 takes battery honors offering 4,900 mAh alongside 45W charging.
Pixel 12 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) and 16GB RAM.
Pixel 12 takes photography with 50MP optics.
iPhone 12 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $849.
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 12: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 457 ppiWinner | 414 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) |
| Process node | 5 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 4 GB | 16 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP | 16 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2,815 mAh | 4,900 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 20 W | 45 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 164 gWinner | 178 g |
| Thickness | 7.4 mmWinner | 7.8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Ceramic Shield front, glass back and aluminum design | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | iPhone 12 | Pixel 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $849 |
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 12
Powered by the second-generation 2nm Tensor G7 processor with hardware-accelerated local AI, the Pixel 12 features a refined 7.8mm matte glass frame, 4,900 mAh battery, and dual 50MP optics.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,900mAh