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iQOO 12 vs Apple iPhone Duo

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Iqoo · 2023

iQOO 12

iQOO 12
89/ 100
Launch MSRP$700 USD
Apple

Apple iPhone Duo

Apple iPhone Duo
88/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iQOO 12 BETTER THAN Apple iPhone Duo?

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iQOO 12Winner 🏆
Apple iPhone Duo

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORiQOO 12Apple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate144Hz120Hz144Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120WStandard120W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.78"7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight203gN/A203g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iQOO 12:
  • ✓796g lighter chassis (203g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9299 lower launch MSRP ($700 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone Duo:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationiQOO 12Apple iPhone Duo
1. Display & Screen🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.78"7.6"
Resolution & Density3200x1440 (517 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone Duo Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A20 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB2048 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.68, OIS, Sony IMX9X950 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom64 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.57, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iQOO 12 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.2 x 75.9 x 8.1 mmN/A
Weight203 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP54Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iQOO 12 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$700Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

iQOO 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iQOO 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy iQOO 12:
Higher overall BeastScore: 89.2 vs top rival 88.3 · Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W
When to buy Apple iPhone Duo:
Significantly larger display: 7.6" vs max 6.78" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iQOO 12 vs Apple iPhone Duo

Which phone is better: iQOO 12 or Apple iPhone Duo?

iQOO 12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.2/100 compared to Apple iPhone Duo (88.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.2 vs top rival 88.3 and Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between iQOO 12 and Apple iPhone Duo?

iQOO 12 is equipped with a 6.78-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone Duo features a 7.6-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between iQOO 12 and Apple iPhone Duo?

In lab hardware evaluations, iQOO 12 scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPhone Duo scores 80/100.

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