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Compare iPhone 16 & iPhone 12 Pro Max

Compare key specs of iPhone 16 and iPhone 12 Pro Max to choose the model that fits your needs.

iPhone 16
Out of stock
iPhone 12 Pro Max
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€329

Technical Specifications

Color
Black, Pink, White, Teal, Ultramarine
Graphite, Silver, Gold, Pacific Blue
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Display
Screen resolution: 2556 X 1179 | Screen type: OLED
6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion
Display Resolution
2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi
2532 x 1170 pixels at 460 ppi
Camera
Wide-angle lens | Macro lens | Standard lens
12MP Main (f/1.5), 12MP Telephoto (f/2.8, 3x optical zoom), 12MP Ultra Wide (f/1.8)
Front camera
12MP TrueDepth camera
12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2; supports Portrait, Night mode, HDR, 4K video, etc.
Battery
3877 mAh | Up to 22 hours video playback
3095 mAh. Up to 22 hours video playback
Water Resistance
IP68 (6m for 30 min)
IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes)
Connectivity
5G, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth 5.3 | Includes NFC | USB-C
5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Security
Face ID
Face ID
Chip
A18
A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU
Data Network
3G, 4G, 5G, LTE
5G / Gigabit LTE / GSM / EDGE / UMTS / HSPA+
Subscription Type
Unlocked
Unlocked
SIM Card Capability
Dual
Dual
SIM card type 1
Nano SIM
Nano SIM
SIM card type 2
eSIM
eSIM
Operating-System
iOS 18
iOS 15 (upgradable to iOS 18)
Cosmetic Condition
Refurbished-certified
Refurbished-certified
Release Year
2024
2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the display and screen size differences between iPhone 16 and iPhone 12 Pro Max?

iPhone 16 features a Screen resolution: 2556 X 1179 | Screen type: OLED with a resolution of 2796 x 1290 pixels at 460 ppi, while iPhone 12 Pro Max offers a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion with a resolution of 2532 x 1170 pixels at 460 ppi. These differences can affect sharpness, brightness, and overall viewing experience.

Which iPhone has the better camera - iPhone 16 or iPhone 12 Pro Max?

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

iPhone 16 features:

  • Rear camera: Wide-angle lens | Macro lens | Standard lens
  • Front camera: 12MP TrueDepth camera

iPhone 12 Pro Max features:

  • Rear camera: 12MP Main (f/1.5), 12MP Telephoto (f/2.8, 3x optical zoom), 12MP Ultra Wide (f/1.8)
  • Front camera: 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2; supports Portrait, Night mode, HDR, 4K video, etc.

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 16 or iPhone 12 Pro Max?

The iPhone 16 has a 3877 mAh battery while the iPhone 12 Pro Max comes with a 3095 mAh battery. iPhones refurbished by Remobile have a battery capacity of at least 86% or above and function optimally.