| Name | Apple iPhone Air | Apple iPhone 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $999 | $829 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Oct 2020 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Current price | Apple, Amazon | Amazon |
| Software | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 26 | iOS 14.1 |
| Latest OS update? | - | iOS 18.2.1 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.5″ | 6.1″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2736×1260 | 2532×1170 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 460 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Apple A14 Bionic |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 5 cores | Apple GPU, 4 cores |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.26 GHz | 3.1 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 64 | 128 | 256 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Ultrawide | ❌ | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 24/30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 18 MP wide | 12 MP wide |
| Secondary | SL 3D | SL 3D (depth/bio) |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face ID | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 24/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 25/30/60/120 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | None | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | Lightning |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 3149 mAh | 2815 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 20 W | 20 W |
| Wireless charging? | 20 Watt | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 1.0 (mono) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Frame material | Titanium | Aluminum |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Glass |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Island | Notch |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Special design features? | Action button, Camera control button | Ring/silent switch |
| Color options: | Black, Blue, White, Gold | Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Purple |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.62×7.47×0.56 | 14.67×7.15×0.74 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.15×2.94×0.22 | 5.78×2.81×0.29 |
| Weight (gram): | 165 | 164 |
| Weight (oz): | 5.82 | 5.78 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to Lightning |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | ❌ | SIM tool, Apple sticker |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3517, A3260, A3518, A3516 | A2403, A2172, A2402, A2404, iPhone13,2 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Apple.com |
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