Apple iPhone 12 Mini vs Apple iPhone 16e
Key Specifications
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A18 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 5.4", OLED, 60Hz | 6.1", OLED, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP/12MP (Front) | 48MP/12MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 2227mAh, 18W | 4005mAh, 20W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | ||
| Processor | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A18 | ||
| Display | 5.4", OLED, 60Hz | 6.1", OLED, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 12MP+12MP/12MP (Front) | 48MP/12MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 2227mAh, 18W | 4005mAh, 20W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design and Build Quality |
General
| Colors | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple | Black, White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | February 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | November 13, 2020 | February 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹69,900 | ₹59,900 | ||
| Colors | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple | Black, White | ||
| Launch | October 13, 2020 | February 19, 2025 | ||
| Availability | November 13, 2020 | February 28, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹69,900 | ₹59,900 |
Display
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10 | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 5.4 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1170 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2532 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 476 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | 1.5K | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1200 nits | ||
| Type | OLED | OLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10 | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 5.4 inches | 6.1 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1170 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2532 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 476 ppi | 460 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | 1.5K | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 1200 nits |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 135 grams | 167 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Apple Ceramic Shield | ||
| Port | Lightning USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 135 grams | 167 grams | ||
| Front | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Ceramic Shield Glass | Apple Ceramic Shield | ||
| Port | Lightning USB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | A18 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | ||
| Chipset Brand | Apple | Apple | ||
| Chipset Name | A14 Bionic | A18 | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
Main Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 12 Mini
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Face Detection, HDR (photo/panorama), OIS, RAW | 3D (spatial) Audio, Dual-LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | OIS | ||
| Video | Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Features | Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Face Detection, HDR (photo/panorama), OIS, RAW | 3D (spatial) Audio, Dual-LED Dual Tone Flash, HDR, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | OIS | ||
| Video | Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording |
Operating System
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Assistant, Apple Intelligence | Apple Intelligence | ||
| Software Name | iOS | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | iOS | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 5 year(s) | 7 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Assistant, Apple Intelligence | Apple Intelligence |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | 3D Face Recognition, AI Face Unlock, Auto Focus, HDR Photos, HDR Video | 3D (spatial) Audio, Dolby Vision HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60/120fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, HDR | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | 3D Face Recognition, AI Face Unlock, Auto Focus, HDR Photos, HDR Video | 3D (spatial) Audio, Dolby Vision HDR, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60/120fps, 4K@24/30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, 4K@24/25/30/60fps, HDR |
Battery
Winner:Apple iPhone 16e
| Capacity | 2227 mAh | 4005 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 20 W | ||
| Capacity | 2227 mAh | 4005 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 20 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR5 | ||
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | NvMe | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR5 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, DC-HSDPA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, LTE TD, UMTS | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, LTE TD, UMTS | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, CDMA, DC-HSDPA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, LTE TD, UMTS | 5G, EDGE, GSM, HSPA+, LTE FDD, LTE TD, UMTS |
Connectivity
Winner:Apple iPhone 12 Mini
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Supported | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Satellite Messaging | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Emergency SOS, Face ID, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Satellite Messaging |
