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iPhone 12 mini vs iPhone Duo

Quick answer

The iPhone Duo is 19.9 millimetres0.78 inches wider and 119 grams4.20 ounces heavier than the iPhone 12 mini.

The iPhone Duo is 100.4 millimetres3.95 inches wider and 119 grams4.20 ounces heavier than the iPhone 12 mini.

The iPhone Duo on Amazon (paid link) arrives today with extraordinary battery life in a compact closed case, but it feels significantly heavier than the iPhone 12 mini (paid link). You can buy the mini renewed for much less than this new flagship, even if it cannot match the endurance. Keep the classic for true pocketability, or switch to the foldable for premium power.

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HeightWidthDepthWeight12 mini131.5 millimetres5.18 inches64.2 millimetres2.53 inches7.40 millimetres0.29 inches135 grams4.76 ouncesDuo117.8 millimetres, 13.7 millimetres less4.64 inches, 0.54 inches less84.1 millimetres, 19.9 millimetres more3.31 inches, 0.78 inches more11.30 millimetres, 3.90 millimetres more0.44 inches, 0.15 inches more254 grams, 119 grams more8.96 ounces, 4.20 ounces more

Height: 12 mini 131.5 millimetres, Duo 117.8 millimetres.Height: 12 mini 5.18 inches, Duo 4.64 inches.Width: 12 mini 64.2 millimetres, Duo 84.1 millimetres.Width: 12 mini 2.53 inches, Duo 3.31 inches.Depth: 12 mini 7.40 millimetres, Duo 11.30 millimetres.Depth: 12 mini 0.29 inches, Duo 0.44 inches.Weight: 12 mini 135 grams, Duo 254 grams.Weight: 12 mini 4.76 ounces, Duo 8.96 ounces.

HeightWidthDepthWeight12 mini131.5 millimetres5.18 inches64.2 millimetres2.53 inches7.40 millimetres0.29 inches135 grams4.76 ouncesDuo117.8 millimetres, 13.7 millimetres less4.64 inches, 0.54 inches less164.6 millimetres, 100.4 millimetres more6.48 inches, 3.95 inches more5.20 millimetres, 2.20 millimetres less0.20 inches, 0.09 inches less254 grams, 119 grams more8.96 ounces, 4.20 ounces more

Height: 12 mini 131.5 millimetres, Duo 117.8 millimetres.Height: 12 mini 5.18 inches, Duo 4.64 inches.Width: 12 mini 64.2 millimetres, Duo 164.6 millimetres.Width: 12 mini 2.53 inches, Duo 6.48 inches.Depth: 12 mini 7.40 millimetres, Duo 5.20 millimetres.Depth: 12 mini 0.29 inches, Duo 0.20 inches.Weight: 12 mini 135 grams, Duo 254 grams.Weight: 12 mini 4.76 ounces, Duo 8.96 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 12 mini, iPhone Duo. Differences are given against iPhone 12 mini.
Specification12 miniDuo
Height131.5 millimetres5.18 inches131.5 millimetres5.18 inches117.8 millimetres, 13.7 millimetres less4.64 inches, 0.54 inches less117.8 millimetres, 13.7 millimetres less4.64 inches, 0.54 inches less
Height, open—117.8 millimetres4.64 inches
Height, closed—117.8 millimetres4.64 inches
Width64.2 millimetres2.53 inches64.2 millimetres2.53 inches84.1 millimetres, 19.9 millimetres more3.31 inches, 0.78 inches more164.6 millimetres, 100.4 millimetres more6.48 inches, 3.95 inches more
Width, open—164.6 millimetres6.48 inches
Width, closed—84.1 millimetres3.31 inches
Depth7.40 millimetres0.29 inches7.40 millimetres0.29 inches11.30 millimetres, 3.90 millimetres more0.44 inches, 0.15 inches more5.20 millimetres, 2.20 millimetres less0.20 inches, 0.09 inches less
Depth, open—5.20 millimetres0.20 inches
Depth, closed—11.30 millimetres0.44 inches
Weight135 grams4.76 ounces135 grams4.76 ounces254 grams, 119 grams more8.96 ounces, 4.20 ounces more254 grams, 119 grams more8.96 ounces, 4.20 ounces more
Volume62.5 cubic centimetres3.81 cubic inches62.5 cubic centimetres3.81 cubic inches111.9 cubic centimetres, 49.5 cubic centimetres more6.83 cubic inches, 3.02 cubic inches more100.8 cubic centimetres, 38.4 cubic centimetres more6.15 cubic inches, 2.34 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.85 percent85 percent89 percent, 3 percent more90 percent, 5 percent more
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.5.4 inches5.4 inches5.4 inches, the same7.6 inches, 2.2 inches more
Resolution1080 × 23401080 × 23401398 × 20341878 × 2670
Pixel density476 pixels per inch476 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, 16 pixels per inch less430 pixels per inch, 46 pixels per inch less
CutoutNotchNotchDynamic IslandNone
Rear main48MP48MP48MP Fusion f/1.648MP Fusion f/1.6
Rear ultra-wide——48MP Ultra Wide f/2.248MP Ultra Wide f/2.2
Rear telephoto————
Front camera12MP12MP12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)12MP Center Stage f/2.2 (outer), under-display FaceTime f/1.8 (inner)
ChipA14 BionicA14 BionicA20 ProA20 Pro
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.15 hrs15 hrs44 hrs31 hrs
PortLightningLightningUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.05G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.05G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem5G · Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Apple C2 modem
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage64 – 256 GB64 – 256 GB256 GB – 2 TB256 GB – 2 TB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.699 dollars699 dollars1,999 dollars, 1300 dollars more1,999 dollars, 1300 dollars more
ReleasedNov 2020Nov 2020Oct 2026Oct 2026
StatusLegacyLegacyCurrentCurrent

Dimensions

The iPhone Duo (closed) is 13.7 mm (0.54 in) shorter, 19.9 mm (0.78 in) wider, 3.90 mm (0.15 in) thicker and 119 g (4.20 oz) heavier than the iPhone 12 mini. The iPhone 12 mini measures 131.5 × 64.2 × 7.40 mm (5.18 × 2.53 × 0.29 in) and weighs 135 g (4.76 oz). The iPhone Duo (closed) measures 117.8 × 84.1 × 11.30 mm (4.64 × 3.31 × 0.44 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz). The iPhone Duo (open) measures 117.8 × 164.6 × 5.20 mm (4.64 × 6.48 × 0.20 in) and weighs 254 g (8.96 oz).

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Questions about these phones

How much bigger is iPhone Duo than iPhone 12 mini?

iPhone Duo is 19.9 mm wider and 13.7 mm shorter than iPhone 12 mini. Both phones have the same 5.4 inch screen size.

Is iPhone Duo heavier than iPhone 12 mini?

Yes, iPhone Duo weighs 254 grams while iPhone 12 mini weighs 135 grams. This 119 gram difference is noticeable in the hand.

Which phone fits better in a pocket?

iPhone 12 mini fits in a typical men's jeans pocket and a typical women's jeans pocket. iPhone Duo does not fit in either based on measured pocket sizes.

Is one phone easier to use with one hand?

iPhone 12 mini is easier to use with one hand and better for small hands. iPhone Duo has greater width and weight for single handed use.

Are the screens different sizes?

Both iPhone 12 mini and iPhone Duo have a 5.4 inch display. The aspect ratios and resolutions differ but the screen inches are identical.

Is upgrading to iPhone Duo worth it for size?

Based on size alone, the upgrade is not worth it since screen inches are identical. iPhone 12 mini remains the more compact option.