iPhone 12 vs OnePlus One: Which One Should You Buy?
iPhone 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 64.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 12
OnePlus One
iPhone 12 wins 4 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeediPhone 126460
- CameraiPhone 127268
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieiPhone 126040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityiPhone 126345
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueOnePlus One6890
- OnePlus One has the bigger battery3,100 mAh vs 2,815 mAh
- iPhone 12 charges faster20W vs 10W
- OnePlus One has a sharper main camera13 MP vs 12 MP
- iPhone 12 has the bigger screen6.1" vs 5.5"
- OnePlus One is lighter162 g vs 164 g
- OnePlus One launched cheaper$299 vs $799
- iPhone 12 has a sharper selfie camera12 MP vs 5 MP
- iPhone 12 has newer Bluetooth5 vs 4.1
- iPhone 12 has more RAM4 GB vs 3 GB
- iPhone 12 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 12 wins — BeastScore 64.8/100
The iPhone 12 is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (20W vs 10W) and bigger screen (6.1" vs 5.5"). The OnePlus One is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,815 mAh).
Faster wired charging: 20W vs 10W · Larger display: 6.1" vs 5.5"
Larger battery: 3,100 mAh vs 2,815 mAh · Lower launch price: $299 vs $799
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 12 or OnePlus One?
The iPhone 12 is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (20W vs 10W) and bigger screen (6.1" vs 5.5"). The OnePlus One is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,100 mAh vs 2,815 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 12 64.8/100, OnePlus One 65.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 12 and OnePlus One?
iPhone 12 has a 6.1-inch display and 2815 mAh battery. OnePlus One has a 5.5-inch display and 3100 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 12 and OnePlus One compare for speed?
iPhone 12 scores 64/100 for performance; OnePlus One scores 60/100.
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