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iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12

Quick answer

The iPhone 12 is the same size as the iPhone 13, 10 grams0.35 ounces lighter.

The iPhone 13 on Amazon (paid link) and iPhone 12 (paid link) share the same footprint, yet the 13 lasts longer in daily use. Both are still eligible for the newest iOS, so neither comes with immediate support risk. If you want the freshest battery without waiting for new releases, the 13 is the call; otherwise, the 12 is a solid, cheaper alternative.

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Easier one-handedSame

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Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight13146.7 millimetres5.78 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.65 millimetres0.30 inches174 grams6.14 ounces12146.7 millimetres, the same5.78 inches, the same71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same7.40 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres less0.29 inches, 0.01 inches less164 grams, 10 grams less5.78 ounces, 0.35 ounces less

Height: 13 146.7 millimetres, 12 146.7 millimetres.Height: 13 5.78 inches, 12 5.78 inches.Width: 13 71.5 millimetres, 12 71.5 millimetres.Width: 13 2.81 inches, 12 2.81 inches.Depth: 13 7.65 millimetres, 12 7.40 millimetres.Depth: 13 0.30 inches, 12 0.29 inches.Weight: 13 174 grams, 12 164 grams.Weight: 13 6.14 ounces, 12 5.78 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 13, iPhone 12. Differences are given against iPhone 13.
Specification1312
Height146.7 millimetres5.78 inches146.7 millimetres, the same5.78 inches, the same
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same
Depth7.65 millimetres0.30 inches7.40 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres less0.29 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight174 grams6.14 ounces164 grams, 10 grams less5.78 ounces, 0.35 ounces less
Volume80.2 cubic centimetres4.90 cubic inches77.6 cubic centimetres, 2.6 cubic centimetres less4.74 cubic inches, 0.16 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.86 percent86 percent, the same
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.1 inches6.1 inches, the same
Resolution1170 × 25321170 × 2532
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutNotchNotch
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA15 BionicA14 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.19 hrs17 hrs
PortLightningLightning
Wireless4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.0
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB64 – 256 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.799 dollars799 dollars, the same
ReleasedSep 2021Oct 2020
StatusDiscontinuedLegacy

Dimensions

The iPhone 12 is 0.25 mm (0.01 in) thinner and 10 g (0.35 oz) lighter than the iPhone 13. The iPhone 13 measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.65 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.30 in) and weighs 174 g (6.14 oz). The iPhone 12 measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.40 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.29 in) and weighs 164 g (5.78 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 13

Questions about these phones

How do the sizes of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 compare?

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 have the same height and width. The iPhone 12 is 0.25 mm thinner than the iPhone 13.

Which phone is lighter?

The iPhone 12 weighs 10 grams less than the iPhone 13. This weight difference is not considered noticeable.

Are the screens different?

Both the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 feature 6.1 inch screens with identical resolution.

Is one easier to use with one hand?

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 are equally easy to use with one hand.

Do they fit in pockets?

Both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a typical women's jeans pocket. They have the same pocketability.

Is upgrading worth it for size?

Upgrading from the iPhone 12 to the iPhone 13 is not worth it for size alone. The iPhone 13 provides slightly longer battery life.