Apple has launched five unique versions of the iPhone 12, along with some significant features to fulfill their fans' demands. Apple caused a massive wave of excitement to the fans worldwide through their recent virtual launch of the iPhone 12. So, we are going to discuss and understand the appealing features of the device.
Apple launched four different models of the iPhone. They have revised the looks of the classic iPhone 5 for their current device. By far, iPhone 12 got the prettiest design and awed the buyers. The classic iPhone 12 comes with a 6.1'' display with an edge to edge OLED, whereas the Mini gives us the 5.4'' display.
All the models are featuring the same new slab design that is very reminiscent of the iPad pro. Its front is made of 'Ceramic Shields' instead of glass that gives it an aesthetic look with a flat glass back and aluminum frame, available in six colours. All features Super Retina XDR display. The iPhone display has a beautiful curved design.
Both are 7.4 millimeters in thickness across the lineup, and all four models will support 5g and A14 Bionic processor. As Apple is promoting with the phrase
Blast past fast
In this article, we are focusing on the big boys, iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max, which caused a massive uproar in the market after their launch through the design and the enormous price that Apple is expecting from their mega comeback. If you are looking for iPhone 12 details, click here.
Both the devices are featuring mostly the same critical features with just a slight display difference. iPhone 12 pro's display has a size of 6.1'' whereas Pro Max gives us a larger display with a 6.7'' larger screen. The pro max can provide slightly larger icons and display content.
Both feature Super Retina XDR display technology. But the users who like to use their mobile phones single-handed can prefer the smaller one as both devices cover the same features and technology. The ceramic shield display is expensive to repair and will cost around $300.
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Display Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
Resolution | 2532 * 1170 pixels | 2778 * 1248 pixels |
Pixel Density | 457 PPI | 458 PPI |
Display Type | OLED | OLED |
Screen-to-body Ratio | 86.93 % | 87.45 % |
Maximum Brightness | 1200 cd/m2 (nit) | 1200 cd/m2 (nit) |
HDR Supported | Yes | Yes |
Sensors | Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor | Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor |
Oleophobic Coating | Yes | Yes |
iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max both come with Apple's new astounding 5nm bionic chip. The faster and better 5nm chip accommodates 5g speed and has a six-core CPU (Central Processing Unit) and four-core GPU (Graphics Processing Unit).
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Chipset | A14 Bionic | A14 Bionic |
Processor | Hexa-Core, 64-bit, 5nm | Hexa-Core, 64-bit, 5nm |
Operating System | iOS (14.x) | iOS (14.x) |
RAM | 6GB LPDDR5 | 6GB LPDDR5 |
GPU | Four core | Four core |
iPhone 12 pro gives us three different storage options ranging in different prices. 128 GB storage of iPhone 12 pro is retailing at $999 while 256 GB and 512 GB of storage are priced at $1099 and $1299, respectively.
Apple displays four different colours for the spectacular iPhone 12 Pro: Pacific Blue, Graphite, Silver and Gold.
iPhone won't be shipping charger and Hands-free. If you are willing to buy the device, you will have to purchase these accessories separately or from the online store.
There isn’t any USB type C port for charging as rumored previously. The MagSafe is a wireless charge. It will connect to the iPhone via magnets and charge the phone. 39$ worth charger will provide 15-watt fast charging to the iPhone.
The upgrade seems to be in software optimization; otherwise, most of the models seem as same as last year's iPhone with 12 MP. Both phones are featuring three cameras. The wide camera of the iPhone 12 provides a low light camera with a better colour ranger and featuring images with more details. iPhone 12 Pro grants advanced red-eye correction, photo geotagging, auto image stabilizing and burst mode.
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Main Camera | 12 MP (OIS, PDAF) | 12 MP (OIS, PDAF) |
Aperture Size | F1.6 | F1.6 |
Focal Length | 26mm | 26mm |
Pixel Size | 1.4 micrometre | 1.7 micrometre |
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Second Camera | 12 MP (Telephoto, OIS, PDAF) | 12 MP (Telephoto, OIS, PDAF) |
Aperture Size | F2.0 | F2.2 |
Focal Length | 52mm | 65mm |
Optical Zoom | 2x | 2x |
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Third Camera | 12 MP (Ultra-wide) | 12 MP (Ultra-wide) |
Aperture Size | F2.4 | F2.4 |
Focal Length | 13mm | 13mm |
iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro Max | |
Front Camera | 12 MP (Time-of-Flight (ToF), EIS, HDR, Slow-motion videos) | 12 MP (Time-of-Flight (ToF), EIS, HDR, Slow-motion videos) |
Video Capture | 3840*2160 (4K UHD) (60fps) | 3840*2160 (4K UHD) (60fps) |
Video can be recorded in full HD (4K UHD). Both phones offer OIS, HDR, Time-lapse video and continuous autofocus. Both the devices feature picture taking during video recording and video light.
Both phones have a thickness of 7.4 mm. iPhone 12 pro is slightly lesser in weight and height as it is smaller than the iPhone 12 Pro Max. It has smooth flat edges along with an aluminum frame. iPhone is providing five beautiful colours. iPhone 12 pro is 39 grams lighter than the iPhone 12 pro max, which is 189grams (6.66 ounces).
iPhone 12 Pro Max provides better battery timing than its smaller counterpart. iPhone 12 Pro Max accommodates a larger battery delivering up to 20 hours of video playback, whereas iPhone 12 Pro gives 17 hours. Both the phones provide a fair screen on time, and you won't be running out of the battery juice even after a full extensive day of phone use, but the timing will differ based on usage.