Apple iPhone 12 vs Xiaomi 11T Pro
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 12 and Xiaomi's 11T Pro target different priorities within the flagship space. The iPhone 12 excels with its compact 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display (1200 nits peak brightness), superior build quality using Ceramic Shield, and the powerhouse A14 Bionic processor paired with 4GB RAM that handles everything seamlessly. Its camera system produces exceptional color accuracy and low-light performance, though the 12MP sensor feels modest on paper. Battery life reaches a full day with moderate use, supported by efficient iOS optimization. The 11T Pro counters with a larger 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen, substantially more RAM (8GB), a massive 5000mAh battery lasting two days easily, and a standout 108MP main camera with impressive macro capabilities. Its 120W fast charging fully replenishes the battery in roughly 20 minutes, a significant practical advantage. However, the heavier 204g body, lesser water resistance (IP53 vs IP68), and Android experience may feel less polished than iOS. Choose the iPhone 12 if you prioritize performance, durability, and a premium ecosystem; select the 11T Pro if battery endurance, camera megapixel count, and rapid charging matter most to your workflow.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 12 if…
- →First iPhone with 5G connectivity
- →Ceramic Shield front cover is four times more drop-resistant
- →Flat-edge design is comfortable and stylish
Buy the Xiaomi 11T Pro if…
- →120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- →108 MP main camera with good detail
- →Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 12
Pros
- First iPhone with 5G connectivity
- Ceramic Shield front cover is four times more drop-resistant
- Flat-edge design is comfortable and stylish
- A14 Bionic delivers excellent performance and efficiency
- Dolby Vision HDR video recording is a first for any smartphone
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors offered 90Hz or 120Hz
- Small 2815 mAh battery offers mediocre battery life
- 64 GB base storage is inadequate in 2020
- Lightning port instead of USB-C
- No telephoto lens — only dual camera
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Pros
- 120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- 108 MP main camera with good detail
- Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
- Harman Kardon stereo speakers
- Competitive pricing at $649
Cons
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- No telephoto camera
- Snapdragon 888 heating
- MIUI bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 12 | Xiaomi 11T Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 14 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 164 g | 204 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.6, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.75, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2815 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Adreno 660 |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| 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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