Apple iPhone 12 mini vs Realme 11 Pro+
The Verdict
iPhone 12 mini delivers a premium compact experience with Apple's A14 Bionic chip, superior display quality at 1200 nits brightness, and reliable 4K60fps video with Dolby Vision. Its 4GB RAM and 2227 mAh battery limit longevity compared to the Realme 11 Pro+. Realme 11 Pro+ counters with a massive 5000 mAh battery, 120Hz display refresh, and higher RAM configurations up to 12GB. Its 200MP camera sensor theoretically captures more detail, though practical performance depends on optimization. Realme lacks IP rating and wireless charging, while iPhone 12 mini feels more refined but smaller at 5.4 inches. At half the price, Realme 11 Pro+ offers exceptional value with larger display, faster charging at 100W, and better battery endurance. iPhone 12 mini suits those prioritizing compact design and iOS ecosystem. For most users seeking battery longevity and screen real estate, Realme 11 Pro+ provides superior practical benefits at its price point.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 12 mini if…
- →Lightest 5G iPhone at just 133 g
- →Compact form factor perfect for one-handed use
- →Same A14 Bionic as larger iPhone 12 models
Buy the Realme 11 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor captures incredibly detailed photos in daylight
- →100W SUPERVOOC charges the 5000 mAh battery in about 28 minutes
- →Stylish vegan leather back with unique color options
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 12 mini
Pros
- Lightest 5G iPhone at just 133 g
- Compact form factor perfect for one-handed use
- Same A14 Bionic as larger iPhone 12 models
- Beautiful OLED display despite small size
- MagSafe accessory support
Cons
- Very small 2227 mAh battery with poor endurance
- No telephoto camera
- 60Hz display refresh rate
- 5G usage drains battery quickly
- Discontinued after poor sales
Realme 11 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor captures incredibly detailed photos in daylight
- 100W SUPERVOOC charges the 5000 mAh battery in about 28 minutes
- Stylish vegan leather back with unique color options
- 120Hz AMOLED display is smooth and vivid
- 5G connectivity with Dimensity 7050 performance
Cons
- 200 MP mode produces large files with diminishing returns in low light
- No water resistance rating
- 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP macro are filler cameras
- No wireless charging
- Dimensity 7050 is a mid-range chip — not for heavy gaming
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 mini | Realme 11 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 13 (Realme UI 4.0) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 133 g | 189 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Plastic frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm | 161.6 x 73.9 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.6, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.69, OIS, Samsung ISOCELL HP3 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.5 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2227 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 100W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.4 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 950 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 7050 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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