Here are the main specifications and features of the iPhone 12:
iPhone 12 Main Specifications
Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 2532 x 1170 pixels, ~460 pixels per inch, HDR10, Dolby Vision, Ceramic Shield glass, True Tone, Wide Color (P3), up to 1200 nits [peak], haptic touch.
Processor: A14 Bionic, 6-core CPU (2 performance, 4 efficiency cores), 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, built on 5nm process.
RAM: 4 GB.
Storage Options: 64 GB, 128 GB, or 256 GB (not expandable).
Battery: 2,815 mAh, supports MagSafe wireless charging, Qi wireless charging, and 20W fast charging (wired).
Cameras: Rear: Dual 12MP (Wide f/1.6 + Ultra Wide f/2.4), Night Mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 3, 4K Dolby Vision HDR video up to 30fps. Front: 12MP TrueDepth, Night Mode, Smart HDR 3, 4K video.
Network: 5G and 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM).
Water/Dust Resistance: IP68 (up to 6m for 30 minutes).
Operating System: Ships with iOS 14, upgradeable to iOS 18.
Build: Glass front and back, aluminum frame, flat-edge design.
Colors: Black, White, Blue, Green, Purple, and (PRODUCT)RED.
Weight: About 164 grams.
Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm.
Other Features: Face ID, stereo speakers, NFC, lightning port. No expandable storage, no headphone jack.
Usability in 2025
The iPhone 12 still receives software updates and runs modern apps smoothly, with reliable performance for daily use and multitasking.
The display remains vibrant and sharp, camera quality is excellent, and battery life is sufficient for typical usage.
It is considered a strong mid-range option, balancing features and price, but lacks newer camera or AI enhancements found in more recent iPhone models.