Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs Vivo V30 Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 12 Pro targets premium users with flagship processing power and computational photography, while Vivo's V30 Pro delivers better raw specs at half the price. The iPhone 12 Pro features the A14 Bionic chipset, which still outperforms the Dimensity 8200 in real-world performance and gaming, paired with iOS 14's optimization. Its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display offers 800 nits peak brightness with 60Hz refresh, while the V30 Pro counters with a larger 6.78-inch AMOLED screen at 2800 nits and 120Hz, delivering noticeably smoother scrolling and superior outdoor visibility. Camera capabilities differ significantly: iPhone 12 Pro's 12MP setup with computational photography, Dolby Vision 4K recording, and proven low-light performance versus V30 Pro's 50MP main sensor with optical stabilization and 50MP front camera, offering higher resolution but less refined processing. Battery proves a deciding factor, with V30 Pro's 5000mAh and 80W charging vastly outclassing the iPhone's 2815mAh with 20W wired charging. The iPhone maintains better water resistance at IP68 versus IP54, superior software ecosystem, and stronger long-term support. The V30 Pro excels in battery longevity, display brightness and refresh rate, raw megapixels, and value proposition. For heavy users prioritizing battery life and display quality at budget pricing, the V30 Pro wins decisively. Apple's iPhone suits those invested in iOS and willing to compromise battery for processing power and ecosystem benefits.
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 Vivo V30 Pro if…
- →Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- →50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- →Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
Category Scores
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
Vivo V30 Pro
Pros
- Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
- Slim and lightweight design at 7.39 mm
- 80W fast charging
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- IP54 is only splash-proof
- No wireless charging
- Limited availability in some markets
- Funtouch OS has bloatware
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 Pro | Vivo V30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 189 g | 187 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 164.08 x 74.93 x 7.39 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS (Sony IMX920) |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP 2.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP, f/2.0 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 80W FlashCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 800 | 2800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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