Apple iPhone 12 vs Apple iPhone 13
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Apple iPhone 12
Apple iPhone 13
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Apple iPhone 13
Faster chip
Apple iPhone 13
Bigger battery
Apple iPhone 13
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Apple iPhone 12
Best value for money
Apple iPhone 13
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.1 | 6.1 |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED |
| Resolution Height | 2532 | 2532 |
| Resolution Width | 1170 | 1170 |
| Peak Brightness | 1200 | 1200 |
| PPI | 460 | 460 |
| Glass Type | Ceramic Shield glass | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Screen-to-body | 86 | 86 |
Platform
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm) | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
| Chipset Name | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Process (nm) | 5 | 5 |
| OS Name | iOS | iOS |
| OS Version | 14.1 | 15 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Apple iPhone 13 +8%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Apple iPhone 13 +12%AnTuTu
Apple iPhone 13 +18%| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,620 | 1,750 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 4,030 | 4,500 |
| AnTuTu | 890,000 | 1,050,000 |
Memory
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Variants | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 512GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound rec. | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, (ultrawide) | 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm, (wide) | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| 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/2.2, 23mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2815 | 3240 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Wireless Charging (W) | 15 | 15 |
Body
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) | Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 146.7 | 146.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.4 | 7.7 |
| Weight (g) | 164 | 174 |
| Width (mm) | 71.5 | 71.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, October 13 | 2021, September 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, October 23 | Available. Released 2021, September 24 |
Network
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 - A2172 | 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 - A2633, A2634, A2635 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - A2172 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 Sub6/mmWave - A2633 |
| 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 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS, 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 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Apple iPhone 12 and Apple iPhone 13 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Apple iPhone 13 is 25% cheaper at 72,000 DZD versus 95,760 DZD for the Apple iPhone 12, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Apple iPhone 13 packs a 3240 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Apple iPhone 13 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 60,000 DZD, prioritise screen quality, fast charging, and a clear software-update commitment.
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