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Apple iPhone 12 vs Xiaomi 11T Pro

Updated Apr 2026phones
Apple iPhone 12
Apple
Apple iPhone 12
$799
8.1/10
VS
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Xiaomi
Xiaomi 11T Pro
$649
7.9/10

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.

Value11T Pro
Camera11T Pro
Battery11T Pro
DisplayiPhone 12
PerformanceiPhone 12

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

Apple iPhone 12
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Value
7.4
8.1
Camera
8.3
8.6
Battery
7.2
8.7
Display
8.8
8.5
Performance
9.2
8.4

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

SpecApple iPhone 12Xiaomi 11T Pro
SoftwareiOS 14Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Body
Weight164 g204 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Ceramic Shield frontAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus
IP ratingIP68IP53
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm
Camera
Main camera12 MP, f/1.6, OIS108 MP, f/1.75, OIS
Front camera12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.216 MP, f/2.45
Video4K@60fps, Dolby Vision HDR8K@30fps, 4K@60fps
Ultrawide12 MP, f/2.48 MP, f/2.2
Macro5 MP, f/2.4
Memory
RAM4 GB8 GB
Storage options64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity2815 mAh5000 mAh
Charging20W wired120W wired
Wireless charging15W MagSafeNo
Display
Size6.1 inches6.67 inches
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLEDAMOLED
Resolution2532 x 11702400 x 1080
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)12001000
Processor
CPUHexa-core (2x3.1 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz)Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz)
GPUApple GPU (4-core)Adreno 660
ChipsetApple A14 BionicQualcomm Snapdragon 888
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBLightningUSB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.05.2

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