The iPhone 12 Pro (930 euros) and 12 Pro Max (1020 euros) are the best iPhones.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
512 GB, Gold, 6.70", SIM + eSIM, 12 Mpx, 5GProduct details
The iPhone 12 Pro Max. Super-fast 5G. A14 Bionic, the fastest chip in a smartphone. Pro camera system for incredible low-light photography. And a larger Super Retina XDR display. This is a huge leap forward. The iPhone 12 Pro Max offers 5G to download massive files on the go and stream HDR videos. A larger 6.7" Super Retina XDR display. Ceramic Shield with 4x better drop performance. Incredible low-light photography with the best Pro camera system on an iPhone and 5x optical zoom range. Cinematic Dolby Vision video recording, editing, and playback. Night mode portraits and next-level AR experiences with the LiDAR scanner. Powerful A14 Bionic chip. And new MagSafe accessories for easy docking and faster wireless charging.
The display has rounded corners. When measured as a rectangle, the display has a diagonal of 6.68" (16.95 cm). The actual visible display area is smaller.
The iPhone 12 Pro Max is water and dust resistant and has been tested under controlled laboratory conditions. It is classified under IEC standard 60529 as IP68 (up to 6 meters for up to 30 minutes). The water and dust resistance is not permanent and may diminish over time as a result of normal wear and tear. A wet iPhone should not be charged. The user manual contains instructions for cleaning and drying. The warranty does not cover liquid damage.
Memory | 6 GB |
Storage capacity | 512 GB |
Display size (inches) | 6.70" |
Image resolution | 2778 x 1284 pixels |
Operating system | iOS |
Capacity | 3687 mAh |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Item number | 14008808 |
Manufacturer | Apple |
Category | Smartphones |
Manufacturer no. | MGDK3ZD/A |
Release date | 13.11.2020 |
Colour | Gold |
Exact colour description | Gold |
Case material | Glass, Stainless steel |
Material | Glass, Stainless steel |
Model range | iPhone 12 |
Mobile features | Face Unlock |
Operating system | iOS |
Operating System Version | iOS 14 |
Display size (inches) | 6.70" |
Screen technology | OLED |
Image resolution | 2778 x 1284 pixels |
Aspect ratio | 19.5:9 |
Refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Pixel density | 458 ppi |
Mobile phone standard | 5G |
5G Mode | NSA (Non-standalone) |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC, WiFi hotspot, WLAN |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Audio features | AAC |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Camera resolution | 12 Mpx |
F number main camera | 1.60 f |
Main camera angle | 120° |
Ultra wide angle camera Resolution | 12 Mpx |
Ultra wide angle camera luminous intensity | 2.40 f |
Ultra wide angle camera angle | 120° |
Tele camera resolution | 12 Mpx |
Telecamera luminous intensity | 2 f |
Camera feature | HDR, Night mode, Portrait mode, Wide-angle |
Image stabilisation | Optical (OIS) |
Zoom | Digital Zoom |
DXOMARK Camera Score | 130 |
Front camera resolution | 12 Mpx |
F number front camera | 2.20 f |
Max. Video resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | UHD 4K |
USB connector type | Lightning |
Mobile processor | Apple A14 Bionic |
Number of processor cores | 6 -Core |
Memory | 6 GB |
Storage capacity | 512 GB |
SIM card type | eSIM, Nano SIM |
SIM type | SIM + eSIM |
SIM slot | Nano SIM |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer, Gyro sensor, LiDAR scanner, Proximity sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Navigation software | Apple Maps |
Battery type | Li-ion |
Capacity | 3687 mAh |
Charging technology | Fast Charge, Power Delivery 2.0, Qi Wireless Charging |
Protection type (IP code) | IP68 |
Smart home ecosystem | Apple Siri |
Communication standard | Apple HomeKit |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Documentation, USB-C to Lightning cable |
The reparability index | 6 |
Height | 7.40 mm |
Width | 78.10 mm |
Length | 160.80 mm |
Weight | 226 g |
Length | 18 cm |
Width | 9.70 cm |
Height | 3 cm |
Weight | 430 g |
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Statutory warranty score
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Source: Galaxus- 1.CMF0,3 %
- 1.Zebra0,3 %
- 3.Apple0,6 %
- 4.Samsung0,8 %
- 5.HMD1,2 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 8.Nokia3 days
- 8.Samsung3 days
- 13.Apple4 days
- 13.Nothing4 days
- 13.Xiaomi4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Smartphones» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Samsung2,1 %
- 2.Doro2,3 %
- 3.Apple2,4 %
- 4.Nokia2,5 %
- 5.Cat2,8 %
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