These three iPhone models feature a similar design, with flat profiles and aluminum construction. However, they are distinguished by the arrangement of their photo sensors. The iPhone 14, for example, has two 12-megapixel rear photo sensors, integrated into a square at the top left of the device. The iPhone 12 Pro, on the other hand, features a configuration with three sensors organized in a triangle, also in a square at the top left. The iPhone 13, for its part, has two sensors placed diagonally in a similar square.
Dimensions-wise, the three devices are almost identical in height and width. The iPhone 12 Pro, however, is the thinnest at 7.4mm thick, while the iPhone 13 is the thickest (7.85mm). When it comes to weight, the iPhone 12 Pro is the heaviest while the iPhone 14 is the lightest. In terms of colors, the iPhone 14 is offered in black, blue, white, red, purple and yellow, the iPhone 12 Pro in silver, graphite, gold and blue, and finally the iPhone 13 in pink, white, green , blue, red and black.
As for waterproofing, all three models are IP68 certified, which means they are resistant to dust and immersion in water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes.
Which is the most powerful and which is the best screen?
Both the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 feature the Apple A15 processor, giving them a power advantage over the iPhone 12 Pro, which features the Apple A14 processor. The iPhone 14 has 6 GB of RAM, while the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 Pro have 4 GB and 6 GB respectively. None of the three models allow storage expansion via a card microSD. Storage options vary, with capacities ranging from 64GB to 256GB for the iPhone 14, 128GB to 512GB for the iPhone 12 Pro, and 128GB to 512GB for the iPhone 13.
In terms of power, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 slightly outperform the iPhone 12 Pro thanks to the latest generation of Apple A15 processors, making these models better for heavy tasks and gaming.
Regarding the screen, all models are equipped with a 6.1-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compatible. However, only the iPhone 12 Pro displays a peak brightness of 1200 cd/m², compared to an unspecified maximum for the others. These screens feature a refresh rate of 60 Hz and a touch sampling rate of 240 Hz, which guarantees good responsiveness. For display quality, the trio is therefore in a similar range, with a slight advantage in brightness for the iPhone 12 Pro.
What configurations for photos and what connectivity?
On the photo side, the iPhone 12 Pro stands out with a triple configuration of 12-megapixel rear sensors: an optically stabilized main sensor, a telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom, and an ultra-wide-angle sensor. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 make do with two 12-megapixel sensors, including a main stabilized one and an ultra-wide-angle for the 14 and a telephoto lens for the 13. Selfies are entrusted to a 12-megapixel sensor on the three models, with autofocus only on the iPhone 14.
For connectivity, each model supports Wi-Fi 6, NFC and Bluetooth, although the iPhone 13 benefits from Bluetooth version 5.3, providing a better connection. None of the models have a jack socket or an infrared transmitter. For security, all three smartphones rely on facial recognition, and none include a fingerprint reader.
What about autonomy and charging capabilities?
Finally, in terms of autonomy, the iPhone 14 offers a 3279 mAh battery, slightly higher than that of the iPhone 13 (3227 mAh) and the iPhone 12 Pro (2815 mAh). In terms of charging, the iPhone 14 is compatible with 20W charging power, while the iPhone 12 Pro is limited to 15W. All models support wireless charging, but only the iPhone 13 also includes reverse charging, convenient for powering small accessories.
