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Nothing Phone 2 (256GB) vs Apple iPhone 12 (128GB)

Side by side comparison between Nothing Phone 2 vs Apple iPhone 12 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 12 X Nothing Phone 2 (256GB) 15Points
6.7"
OLED

1080x2412

50
MP

32mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4700
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
15Points Apple iPhone 12 (128GB) Compare Nothing Phone 2 X
6.1"
OLED

1170x2532

12
MP

12mp

4GB
RAM

Hexa-core

2815
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Phone 2 (256GB)} 15 Advantages Nothing Phone 2 (256GB) vs iPhone 12 (128GB)} 15 Advantages Apple iPhone 12 (128GB)
+3.19GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)27%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs3.1GHz 64bit Hexa-core (5nm)
+12GB LPDDR52 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs4GB LPDDR4X
+256GB (222GB available)100%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs128GB (111GB available)
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs16 million
+6.7"10%
Larger screen
vs6.1"
+(dual camera) 50MP + 50MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(dual camera) 12MP + 12MP
+(front) 32MP160%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(dual front camera) 12MP + 0.3MP
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
vs2300000 apps (App Store)
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4700 mAh67%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2815 mAh
+45W125%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs20W
+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage
Best output for headset
vsproprietary audio output
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
UFS 3.1vs+NVMe (SSD)Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
201 grams (7.04 ounces)vs+164 grams (5.74 ounces)23%
Lighter
8.55 millimeters (0.34 inches)vs+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)16%
Thinner
LTPO OLEDvs+Super Retina XDR OLEDAdvantage
Super Retina XDR OLED display is brighter and more vivid
1080x2412 pixelsvs+1170x2532 pixels14%
Higher resolution screen
394 PPIvs+457 PPI16%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
f/1.9 (aperture)vs+f/1.6 (aperture)19%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 5000 Mbps150%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Face unlock 2Dvs+Face unlock 3DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
2 slots (Dual-SIM)vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
IP54 certifiedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

29 Common items in both devices
Aluminum frame, glass front/back
HDR10+ / Dolby Vision/HDR10
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
BSI sensor
HDR photo/video on both cameras
+22 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
ModelPhone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Other model namesNothing Phone (2) A065iPhone 12 A2172, A2402, A2403, A2404
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNothingApple
Release date7/17/2023, Announced: 7/11/202310/13/2020
Depth8.55 millimeters (0.34 inches)7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)76.35 x 162.13 millimeters (3.01 x 6.38 in)71.5 x 146.7 millimeters (2.81 x 5.78 in)
Weight201 grams (7.04 ounces)164 grams (5.74 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass 5, LED lights
Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersIP54 certified: protection against dust and splashingIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Display typeLTPO OLEDSuper Retina XDR OLED
Screen size6.7" inches6.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~87.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~87.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2412 pixels (20:9)1170x2532 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)394 PPI457 PPI
Colors1 billion16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Ceramic Shield
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features1600nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display
625nits[typ], 1200nits[peak]
Dolby Vision/HDR10
Wide color gamut
True-tone
Oleophobic coating screen

🤖 Operating System

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
System versionAndroid 13iOS 14
Firmware updateAndroid 14iOS 18
User InterfaceNothing OS 2feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (SM8475) (4nm)64bit: Apple A14 Bionic (5nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.19GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core)
3x 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
Hexa-core, 2 processors:
2x 3.1GHz Firestorm (Dual-core)
4x 1.8GHz Icestorm (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)Apple GPU MP4
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 895434 (v9), 972126 (v10)
Geekbench: 3957 (v5.5), 4219 (v6.0)
GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
AnTuTu: 568674 (v8)
Geekbench: 4067 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 58fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
RAM memory12GB LPDDR54GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage256GB (222GB available)
UFS 3.1
128GB (111GB available)
NVMe (SSD)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
VoLTE
LTE Cat20
VoLTE
A2172 version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
A2402 version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
A2403, A2404 versions:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 77, 78)A2172 version:
Sub6/mmWave (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79, 260, 261)
A2402, A2403, A2404 versions:
Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSANot supported

📷 Camera

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
50 megapixels
50MP ultrawide f/2.2114°1/2.76"0.64µmAF
(dual camera)
12 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.4120°13mm1/3.6"
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/1.6 (aperture)
Focal length24mm (lens)26mm (lens)
Sensor size1/1.56" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras4K@30/60fps
1080p@30/60fps
Sony IMX890 / Samsung JN1 sensor
Sony IMX615 sensor (selfie)
1080p@240fps

📸 Front camera

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Front camera (secondary)32 megapixels(dual front camera)
12 megapixels
0.3MP SL 3D
Front camera resolution6528x4896 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.5 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered23mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2.74" inches1/3.6" inches
Pixel size0.8µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound with dual speakersStereo sound
Dolby Atmos
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more3 microphones
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMPEG4, H.265, H.264, MOV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAX+, AIFF

🔌 Connectivity

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio outputType-C reversible connectorproprietary audio output
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 3D
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity4700 mAh2815 mAh
Charger, watts45W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
Quick Charge 4
USB Power Delivery 3.0
20W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless charging15W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
5W Reverse wireless charging
15W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Dark Gray, White
• LED lights on the back for notifications
• Glyph
• Colors: Black, White, Red, Green, Blue
• Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX)
• Face ID

☢️ Radiation rate

Nothing Phone 2 (256GB)iPhone 12 (128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.99W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)
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