iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 12
iPhone 13
Too close to call: 0 of 8 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6464
- CameraTie7272
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityTie6363
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueTie6868
- iPhone 13 has the bigger battery3,240 mAh vs 2,815 mAh
- iPhone 12 is lighter164 g vs 174 g
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 12 for its lighter body (164 g vs 174 g), or the iPhone 13 for its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 2,815 mAh).
Lighter: 164 g vs 174 g (10 g less)
Larger battery: 3,240 mAh vs 2,815 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 12 or iPhone 13?
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 12 for its lighter body (164 g vs 174 g), or the iPhone 13 for its bigger battery (3,240 mAh vs 2,815 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 12 64.8/100, iPhone 13 64.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 12 and iPhone 13?
iPhone 12 has a 6.1-inch display and 2815 mAh battery. iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch display and 3240 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 compare for speed?
iPhone 12 scores 64/100 for performance; iPhone 13 scores 64/100.
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