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Compare iPhone 12 Mini & iPhone 15

Compare key specs of iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 15 to choose the model that fits your needs.

iPhone 12 Mini
Out of stock
iPhone 15
from
€450

Technical Specifications

Color
Black, White, Product Red, Blue, Purple, Green
Black, Blue, Sage, Yellow, Pink
Storage
64GB, 128GB
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Display Resolution
2340 × 1080
2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi
Camera
Dual 12 MP — Wide (ƒ/1.6) + Ultra Wide (ƒ/2.4, 120° FoV)
Image stabilization | Flash | Macro lens | Night mode | Portrait mode
Front camera
12MP TrueDepth camera
12 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, Retina Flash, Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, Portrait
Battery
2227 mAh
3877 mAh
Water Resistance
IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes)
Rated IP68 (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Security
Face ID
Face ID (via TrueDepth camera)
Chip
A14 Bionic chip
A16 Bionic (6-core CPU: 2 performance + 4 efficiency
Data Network
5G / Gigabit LTE / GSM / EDGE / UMTS / HSPA+
5G / 4G / LTE / UMTS / GSM
SIM Card Capability
Dual
Dual
SIM card type 1
Nano-SIM
Nano SIM
SIM card type 2
eSIM
eSIM
Operating-System
iOS 26
iOS, iOS 17 (upgradable to iOS 18)
Cosmetic Condition
Refurbished-certified
Refurbished-certified
Release Year
2020
2023
Display
-
6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED) | Other: Dynamic Island, True Tone, HDR
Subscription Type
-
Unlocked

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the display and screen size differences between iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 15?

iPhone 12 Mini features a Not available with a resolution of 2340 × 1080, while iPhone 15 offers a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED) | Other: Dynamic Island, True Tone, HDR with a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels at 460 ppi. These differences can affect sharpness, brightness, and overall viewing experience.

Which iPhone has the better camera - iPhone 12 Mini or iPhone 15?

Cameras on iPhones are consistently high-quality across all models.

iPhone 12 Mini features:

  • Rear camera: Dual 12 MP — Wide (ƒ/1.6) + Ultra Wide (ƒ/2.4, 120° FoV)
  • Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth camera

iPhone 15 features:

  • Rear camera: Image stabilization | Flash | Macro lens | Night mode | Portrait mode
  • Front camera: 12 MP, f/1.9, autofocus, Retina Flash, Photonic Engine, Smart HDR 5, Portrait

Depending on your priorities - such as low-light performance, ultra-wide shots, or video quality - one model may offer features better suited to your needs.

Which iPhone has better battery life - iPhone 12 Mini or iPhone 15?

The iPhone 12 Mini has a 2227 mAh battery while the iPhone 15 comes with a 3877 mAh battery. iPhones refurbished by Remobile have a battery capacity of at least 86% or above and function optimally.