Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Faster chip
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Bigger battery
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Better display
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Lighter body
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
Best value for money
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2778 | 2796 |
| Resolution Width | 1284 | 1290 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 1200 | 2000 |
| PPI | 458 | 460 |
| Glass Type | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Screen-to-body | 87.4 | 88.3 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm) | Hexa-core (2x3.46 GHz Everest + 4x2.02 GHz Sawtooth) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Process (nm) | 5 | 4 |
| OS Name | iOS | iOS |
| OS Version | 14.1 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max +27%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max +34%AnTuTu
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max +40%| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,620 | 2,050 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 4,030 | 5,400 |
| AnTuTu | 890,000 | 1,250,000 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM, 1TB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, stereo sound rec. |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Count | 3 | 3 |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.2, 65mm, (telephoto) | 12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm, (telephoto) |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm, (wide) | 48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm, (wide) | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 3687 | 4323 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 15 | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame | Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) | Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) |
| Height (mm) | 160.8 | 160.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.4 | 7.9 |
| Weight (g) | 228 | 240 |
| Width (mm) | 78.1 | 77.6 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, October 13 | 2022, September 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, November 13 | Available. Released 2022, September 16 |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2342 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2894, A2896 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - A2342 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2894, A2896 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1 + L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
Sound
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max | Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is 20% cheaper at 118,080 DZD versus 147,000 DZD for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max packs a 4323 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 48 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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