The iPhone 14 Pro has arrived really strong thanks to the main innovations that it has introduced, for this reason, and to check to what extent Apple has evolved this device, in this post we are going to compare it with the iPhone 12 Pro, which is separated 2 years since its launch. Also, if you are thinking of buying one of the two or even have in mind to change your 12 Pro for the new 14 Pro, with this comparison you will be able to clear up doubts since we will tell you everything about both devices.
Characteristic
Before fully entering the common aspects and their differences, what we want to do is give you all the information about both devices, so that you know all the technical specifications, since this way you can better understand the key points that you have to assess for choose between one model and another.
| iPhone 14 Pro | iPhone 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | -Silver. -Space black. -Prayed. -Dark purple. |
-Silver -Graphite -Golden -Alpine blue |
| Dimensions | -Height: 14.75 cm -Width: 7.15 cm -Thickness: 0.78cm |
-Height: 14.67 centimeters -Width: 7.15 centimeters -Thickness: 0.74 centimeters |
| Weight | 206 grams | 187 grams |
| Screen | 6.1″ Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED) |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 pixels at 458 pixels per inch | 2.532 x 1.70 at 460 pixels per inch |
| Brightness | 1000 nits (typical), 1600 nits (HDR) and 2000 nits (outdoors) | 800 nits (typical) and up to 1,200 nits (HDR) |
| Processor | A16 Bionic chip with next-generation Neural Engine | A14 Bionic with 16-core Neural Engine |
| Internal memory | -128GB – 256GB – 512GB – 1TB |
-128GB -256GB -512GB |
| Speakers | double stereo speaker | double stereo speaker |
| Autonomy | -Video playback: up to 23 hours. -Video streaming: up to 20 hours. -Audio playback: up to 75 hours. |
-Video playback: up to 17 hours. -Video streaming: up to 11 hours. -Audio playback: up to 65 hours. |
| Frontal camera | 12 MP camera with 1.9 aperture | 12 Mpx lens with f/2.2 aperture |
| Rear camera | -Wide angle: 48 MP, f/1.78 aperture. -Ultra wide angle: 12 MP, f/2.2 aperture and 120º field of view. -Telephoto lens: 12 MP aperture f/2.8 |
-Wide angle: 12 Mpx with f/1.6 aperture -Ultra wide angle: 12 Mpx with aperture of f / 2.4 -Telephoto lens: 12 Mpx with f/2 aperture (f/2.2 in Pro Max) |
| connector | lightning | lightning |
| Face ID | Yes | Yes |
| Touch ID | Nope | Nope |
| Price | From 1319 euros at Apple | Discontinued at Apple |
The big differences
Once you know the technical specifications of both the iPhone 14 Pro and the iPhone 12 Pro, we are going to start the comparison by talking about the points that separate these two devices, since these will surely be the ones that make the purchase decision or, in their default, the fact of changing the iPhone 12 Pro for the 14 Pro.
Screen
One of the points that will most mark the user experience with one device and another is the screen. From the outset you have to know that both have the same panel, that is, a 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR screen. However, the iPhone 14 Pro has three differential aspects. The first of these is the refresh rate, since the iPhone 14 Pro is a ProMotion screen that has an adaptive refresh rate that reaches up to 120 Hz . This causes the sensation when using it to be much more fluid and dynamic, coming to give the impression that the iPhone 12 Pro works slower than the 14 Pro, something that is not the case, but due to the ProMotion screen , it may seem.
The second difference is found when the iPhone turns off, and that is that the iPhone 14 Pro has acquired a function of its own Apple Watch, which is the always-on screen . In this way, whenever this function is activated, the 14 Pro screen will not turn off, but its colors will be dimmed to use as little battery as possible, but making it easier for users to see the information on it. This is obviously not available on the iPhone 12 Pro.
Finally, and this is also a great novelty in the iPhone 14, is the disappearance of the notch to give access to the Dynamic Island . This island that is located in the upper part of the iPhone 14 screen, houses the front camera and the different sensors necessary for the operation of Face ID, so far everything is the same as the notch that the 12 Pro has. However, Apple has This Dynamic Island has been able to be fully functional, so now information is displayed on it, making it fully functional and being able to adapt perfectly to each of the applications.
Cameras
One of the reasons why Apple calls two of its iPhone models Pro is because of the cameras they have and what they are capable of offering users at the photography and video level. We are going to talk carefully about these two points, but first we want to tell you what differences there are in the cameras of both iPhones. Both have a triple camera module, consisting of three lenses, the wide angle, ultra wide angle and telephoto lens.
The main lens, which is the wide angle, is where there are the most differences between the two models, and that is that in the 14 Pro it has up to 48 Mpx , which will allow users to take pictures with much more information, yes, to they will have to activate the ProRAW mode through the camera settings of the device itself. In addition, the iPhone 14 Pro also has the Photonic Engine , a technology that these models premiere and that allows Apple to obtain better photographic results in terms of light and sharpness. This is vital since, as you will be able to see below, the aperture of the 14 Pro’s lenses is “worse” than that of the 12 Pro in all cases except the ultra-wide angle.
- iPhone 14 Pro
- Wide angle lens: f/1.78.
- Ultra Wide Angle Lens: f/2.2
- Telephoto lens: f/2.8
- iPhone 12 Pro
- Wide angle lens: f/1.6
- Ultra Wide Angle Lens: f/2.4
- Telephoto lens: f/2
Another difference between the two models is in the front camera . After many generations in which Apple has practically not modified the iPhone selfie camera, with the arrival of the iPhone 14 this has been improved, obtaining the best front camera on the market, since it has an f/1.9 aperture , which allows users to have brighter photos and videos, with more detail and definition.
Photography
Once you know the differences of the cameras at the performance level, let’s go with what they can do at the photographic level. Again, as we mentioned before, the possibility of taking 48 Mpx ProRAW photographs tips the balance towards the iPhone 14 Pro. This way of shooting offers the user two main advantages, the first is the possibility of having much more information at the moment in which said photograph is edited, and the second is the great viability when it comes to cropping the image without losing sharpness and detail, being able to “zoom” within it without problems.
In addition, apart from this, the iPhone 14 has the popular photographic styles , which allow the user to establish a kind of “filter” when taking the photograph. This style must be chosen before taking the photo and, from that moment, all will be made with said preset until the user changes it again. You also have to keep in mind macro photography , which is only available on the iPhone 14 Pro and not on the iPhone 12 Pro.
Video
It cannot be denied that the iPhone is one of the smartphones that takes the best photos, however, in the video it is the best without any kind of discussion. Thanks to the wide variety of lenses it has and their quality, the iPhone 14 Pro and 12 Pro offer tremendous versatility when it comes to recording video. In addition, they have two key features that clearly place them above the rest of the competitors, stabilization and the sound that they are capable of capturing.
As for stabilization, the iPhone 14 Pro has a recording mode that, of course, delights all its users. This is the action mode , which further improves image stabilization, making it really look like magic and not having anything to envy to the results that can be obtained with a professional camera and a gymbal. But be careful, because it is not the only difference between them, since the iPhone 14 Pro also has the possibility of recording video in cinema mode , which we can define as portrait mode but applied to video. To these two striking recording modes, we must also add the possibility of recording video in ProRes format up to 4K at 30 f/S and macro video recording.
their resemblances
We have already talked about the main differential points between these two iPhones, but obviously it is not the only thing that you have to take into account when buying one of these two devices, since their similarities will also be important when it comes to having a good user experience when using them. Well, that is exactly what we are going to talk about next.
design and size
It is obvious that one of the main similarities between the iPhone 14 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro is the design and size. Both have the latest Apple design, that is, an all-screen device with square sides , which give it a truly premium aesthetic. They are made of surgical-quality stainless steel, and although their resistance to shock remains just as delicate as previous models, it is true that thanks to this material, scratches that can be suffered from daily use are much more difficult to appreciate, being a much more resistant material to this type of imperfections.
As for the size, there is no variation, since both have a 6.1-inch screen and their dimensions are practically the same, varying by a few millimeters, which means that the feeling when holding them is exactly the same. Where there are some differences is in the colors in which you can buy both teams. We leave them below.
- iPhone 14 Pro
- Dark purple
- Prayed
- Silver
- space black
- iPhone 12 Pro
- pacific blue
- Prayed
- Graphite
- Silver
Battery
We have reached a point that is really important for all users, and that is the issue of the battery. Obviously, we all like to have as much autonomy as possible and although it is true that the Pro models do not have a bad battery life, this is less than that of their older brothers, the Pro Max models.
That said, although on the Apple page there is a difference in terms of autonomy, the reality is that in practice both devices behave really well , which means that there are no clear differences in the hours of use that can be done with one and other. With both the iPhone 14 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro you can get to the end of the day without problems, however, perhaps if you make very intense use of the equipment, you have to go through the charger before going to sleep, but only in cases very punctual
Power
Despite there being a two year difference between these two models, power certainly isn’t and has never been an issue for an Apple device. The iPhone 12 Pro features the A14 Bionic chip, while the iPhone 14 Pro has the A16 Bionic . Obviously, the A16 is more powerful and efficient than the A14, but when it comes to using the device, the fluidity and speed of the system is practically the same .
Therefore, if you were waiting for the power section to make a decision about whether to buy one device or another, we are sorry to tell you that here both behave like a charm, being able to carry out practically any task that you set your mind to with both iPhone models. .
Price
One of the most determining points when purchasing one device or another, and even when changing them between them, is the price that must be paid to acquire them. Well, the first thing you have to keep in mind is that the iPhone 12 Pro is no longer officially sold at Apple , so to get it you will have to go to a store that still has stock.
On the other hand, the iPhone 14 Pro starts at 1,319 euros , a really high price considering that it has risen due to the devaluation of the euro against the dollar and inflation. That said, it will have to be each user who determines if it is really worth it to make the leap from the iPhone 12 Pro to the 14 Pro or, failing that, to acquire one and the other, all depending on their needs.
Which one are we left with?
Whenever we carry out a comparison of this type, from the ITIGIC writing team we like to tell you what our point of view is in order to make the best possible choice. In this case, we are dealing with two devices of a very high level, but obviously, the fact that two years have passed makes the differences at the level of cameras and on the screen important to take into account.
Therefore, if you are a person who does not have any of the models and you want to buy one, unless you find a great offer for the iPhone 12 Pro, the best choice will be the 14 Pro, since it has very important features, Especially as we have said, at the level of the screen and cameras. Now, if you currently have the iPhone 12 Pro , and the camera section is really not really important to you, the change is not worth it, in the same way, if otherwise, the photographic and video section is important to you Obviously it is worth the pean, since you will also get a much better screen.