Galaxy A12 vs iPhone 14 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 14 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 74.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy A12
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro wins 5 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeediPhone 14 Pro6072
- CameraiPhone 14 Pro7885
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 14 Pro4060
- BatteryGalaxy A128658
- DisplayiPhone 14 Pro6288
- ConnectivityiPhone 14 Pro4075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueGalaxy A129055
- Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh
- iPhone 14 Pro charges faster27W vs 15W
- iPhone 14 Pro has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Galaxy A12 has the bigger screen6.5" vs 6.1"
- Galaxy A12 is lighter205 g vs 206 g
- Galaxy A12 launched cheaper$199 vs $999
- iPhone 14 Pro has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 8 MP
- iPhone 14 Pro has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
- iPhone 14 Pro has more RAM6 GB vs 3 GB
- iPhone 14 Pro has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 14 Pro wins — BeastScore 74.0/100
The iPhone 14 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (27W vs 15W) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The Galaxy A12 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh).
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh · Lower launch price: $199 vs $999
Faster wired charging: 27W vs 15W · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy A12 or iPhone 14 Pro?
The iPhone 14 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (27W vs 15W) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The Galaxy A12 is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh). BeastScore: Galaxy A12 73.1/100, iPhone 14 Pro 74.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy A12 and iPhone 14 Pro?
Galaxy A12 has a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. iPhone 14 Pro has a 6.1-inch display and 3200 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy A12 and iPhone 14 Pro compare for speed?
Galaxy A12 scores 60/100 for performance; iPhone 14 Pro scores 72/100.
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