Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 12 Pro commands premium pricing with its refined A14 Bionic chip, exceptional 800-nit OLED display, and proven iOS ecosystem, though it's limited to 60Hz refresh rate and a smaller 6.1-inch screen. Motorola's Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 delivers remarkable value at $399, featuring a larger 6.7-inch 120Hz pOLED display with superior 1300-nit brightness, a more capacious 5000mAh battery supporting faster 30W charging, and a higher megapixel main camera with OIS. Performance-wise, the A14 Bionic outpaces the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 noticeably. However, for general users prioritizing display quality, battery longevity, and included stylus productivity tools without requiring flagship processing power, the Moto G Stylus 5G represents outstanding value. Budget-conscious buyers should choose the Motorola, while those demanding sustained performance and Apple's ecosystem should pick the iPhone 12 Pro.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 12 Pro if…
- →First iPhone with LiDAR scanner for AR and Night mode portraits
- →Introduced MagSafe magnetic accessory ecosystem
- →First 5nm chip (A14 Bionic) on any smartphone
Buy the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) if…
- →Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
- →Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
- →IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point
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Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 12 Pro
Pros
- First iPhone with LiDAR scanner for AR and Night mode portraits
- Introduced MagSafe magnetic accessory ecosystem
- First 5nm chip (A14 Bionic) on any smartphone
- ProRAW format for professional photo editing
- Flat-edge design revival praised for aesthetics
Cons
- No 120Hz ProMotion display at Pro pricing
- Small 2815 mAh battery requires charging daily
- Charger removed from box controversially
- 2.5x telephoto falls short of Android competition
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
Pros
- Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
- Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
- IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point
- Wireless charging support is uncommon in this segment
- Large 5000 mAh battery with respectable 30W fast charging
Cons
- Stylus lacks Bluetooth or air gesture features like S Pen
- No telephoto camera for zoom photography
- Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- Only one OS update and three years of security patches
- Video recording maxes out at 4K@30fps
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro | Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 189 g | 190 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame | Vegan leather back, plastic frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 162.6 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 2.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | pOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 800 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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