Apple iPhone 14 vs Google Pixel 12 Pro
Compare Apple iPhone 14 vs Google Pixel 12 Pro side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen), 12MP vs 50MP camera…
Apple
iPhone 14
$699
3categories won
Pixel 12 Pro
$1,099
17categories won
1 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Google Pixel 12 Pro takes the overall win
The Google Pixel 12 Pro proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 14, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Pixel 12 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Pixel 12 Pro. Choose the Pixel 12 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 14 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Pixel 12 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,100 mAh alongside 65W charging.
Pixel 12 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) and 24GB RAM.
Pixel 12 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
iPhone 14 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1099.
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 14 vs Pixel 12 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.1" | 6.4" |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 1280 x 2856Winner |
| Pixel density | 457 ppi | 489 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 3500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) | Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen) |
| Process node | 5 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 1,280,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5410 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision HDR | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 3,279 mAh | 5,100 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 20 W | 65 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 172 gWinner | 199 g |
| Thickness | 7.8 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, glass back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | iOS 16 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 6 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 7 years | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | iPhone 14 | Pixel 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | 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 | $1,099 |
Apple iPhone 14
The iPhone 14 sports the 5-core GPU A15 Bionic, enhanced internal thermal dissipation, Photonic Engine computational imaging, autofocus on the TrueDepth selfie camera, satellite Emergency SOS, and Crash Detection.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)
- Main camera
- 12MP
- Battery
- 3,279mAh
Google Pixel 12 Pro
Packing a 1-inch Sony LYT-900 main sensor, 5x periscope telephoto, 50MP selfie shooter, and 5,100 mAh battery into a compact 6.4-inch chassis, the Pixel 12 Pro is the definitive compact photographer dream.
- Display
- 6.4"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G7 (TSMC 2nm Second Gen)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,100mAh