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Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) VS Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB)

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Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB)
Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB)
 Rs. 56,999Out of StockRs. 71,999Buy Now 
Overall Score
 
Processor & RAM
Excellent (82% score)
  • 64-bit Hexa-core 3.1 GHz Firestorm +...
  • Apple A14 Bionic
  • 4GB RAM
Excellent (87% score)
  • 64-bit Hexa-core 3.22 (5 nm)
  • Apple A15 Bionic
  • 4GB RAM
 
Camera
Excellent (88% score)
  • Dual camera, 12 MP + 12 MP, Dual LED flash
  • Single selfie camera, 12 MP
Excellent (89% score)
  • Dual camera, 12 MP + 12 MP, Dual LED flash
  • Single selfie camera, 12 MP
 
Display
Very Good (74% score)
  • 5.4" OLED Screen
  • 1080x2340, 476 PPI
  • Oleophobic coating
Very Good (74% score)
  • 5.4" XDR OLED Screen
  • 1080x2340, 476 PPI
  • Scratch Resistant Glass
 
Storage
Excellent (87% score)
  • 256GB internal storage
  • Non expandable storage
Excellent (87% score)
  • 256GB internal storage
  • Non expandable storage
 
Battery
Very Good (75% score)
  • Li-Ion 2227 mAh
  • 20W Fast battery charging, 15W fast wireless charging
  • Proprietary charging connector
Very Good (78% score)
  • Li-Ion 2425 mAh
  • 20W fast battery charging
  • Proprietary charging connector
 
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General  
FormBarBar  
TouchscreenYes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Display NotchYes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Display Notch  
Buildglass back, aluminium frameglass back, aluminium frame  
Operating SystemiOS 14iOS 15  
2G NetworkGSM: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHzGSM: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz  
3G NetworkUMTS: 850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHzUMTS: 850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz  
4G Network (LTE)LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66  
5G NetworkYesYes  
SIM TypeDual SIMDual SIM  
SIM SizeNano SIM, eSIMNano SIM, eSIM  
Ingress Protection (IP)IP68, Dust Resistant, Water ResistantIP68, Dust Resistant, Water Resistant  
VoLTEYesYes  
AnnouncedOctober, 2020September, 2021  
StatusAvailableAvailable  
Display
Screen TypeOLEDXDR OLED  
Screen Size5.4 Inches5.4 Inches  
Screen Resolution1080 x 2340 Pixels
Excellent (82% score)
1080 x 2340 Pixels
Excellent (82% score)
  
Pixel Density476 ppi
Top Class (91% score)
476 ppi
Top Class (91% score)
  
Screen ProtectionOleophobic coatingScratch Resistant Glass  
Screen to body ratio85%
Excellent (89% score)
85.1%
Excellent (89% score)
  
Aspect Ratio19.5:919.5:9  
Other Features HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits typical brightness, 1200 nits peak brightness  
Dimensions  
Size131.5 x 64.2 x 7.4 mm (5.18 x 2.53 x 0.29 inches)
Good (69% thickness score)
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm (5.18 x 2.53 x 0.30 inches)
Good (67% thickness score)
  
Weight135 g (4.76 oz)
Very Good (72% score)
141 g (4.97 oz)
Good (69% score)
  
Battery
Battery TypeLi-IonLi-Ion  
Battery Capacity2227 mAh
Average (58% score)
2425 mAh
Good (62% score)
  
Music Playback Time50 hours55 hours  
Wireless ChargingYesYes  
User Replaceable BatteryNoNo  
Fast Charging20W Fast battery charging, 15W fast wireless charging20W fast battery charging  
Other Features 15W fast wireless charging  
Camera
Rear CameraDual cameraDual camera  
Primary Camera12 megapixels, Wide, F1.6 aperture, 1.4 micron pixel size, 26 mm focal length, PDAF (Phase detection autofocus), OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Excellent (86% score)
12 megapixels, Wide, F1.6 aperture, 1.7 micron pixel size, 26 mm focal length, PDAF (Phase detection autofocus), OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Excellent (86% score)
  
Camera 212 megapixels, Ultrawide, F2.4 aperture, 1/3.6" sensor size, 13 mm focal length12 megapixels, Ultrawide, F2.4 aperture, 13 mm focal length  
FlashDual LED flashDual LED flash  
FeaturesHDR mode, Panorama modeHDR mode, Panorama mode  
Video Recording2160p (4K) at 60 fps, 1080p (Full HD) at 240 fps2160p (4K) at 60 fps, 1080p (Full HD) at 240 fps  
Video Recording FeaturesHDR video recordingHDR video recording  
Front CameraSingle front camera, 12 megapixels, Wide, F2.2 aperture, 1/3.6" sensor size, 23 mm focal length
Excellent (87% score)
Single front camera, 12 megapixels, Wide, F2.2 aperture, 1/3.6" sensor size, 23 mm focal length
Excellent (87% score)
  
FeaturesHDR modeHDR mode  
Video Recording1080p (Full HD) at 120 fps1080p (Full HD) at 120 fps  
Hardware and Storage
System ChipsetApple A14 BionicApple A15 Bionic  
Processor (CPU)64-bit Hexa-core 3.1 GHz Firestorm + 1.8 GHz Icestorm (5 nm)
Excellent (86% score)
64-bit Hexa-core 3.22 (5 nm)
Top Class (96% score)
  
Graphics Processor (GPU)Apple GPU (Quad-core)Apple 4-core GPU  
RAM4GB
Very Good (74% score)
4GB
Very Good (74% score)
  
Internal Storage256GB
Top Class (96% score)
256GB
Top Class (96% score)
  
Expandable StorageNoNo  
SensorsProximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Barometer, Compass, Face Unlock, Ambient light sensorProximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Barometer, Compass, Face Unlock, Ambient light sensor  
Other Features NVMe storage  
Connectivity
GPRSYesYes  
EDGEYesYes  
3GYesYes  
4GYesYes  
5GYesYes  
WiFi802.11 a, b, g, n, ac, 6, dual band802.11 a, b, g, n, ac, 6, dual band  
Mobile Hotspot and TetheringYesYes  
BluetoothYes, 5.0Yes, 5.0  
NFCYesYes  
USBYes, 2.0, ProprietaryYes, 2.0, Proprietary, Mass Storage Device  
Headphone JackNo 3.5mm audio connectorNo 3.5mm audio connector  
Charging ConnectorProprietaryProprietary  
GPSGPS, A-GPS, Glonass, GalileoGPS, A-GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo  
Multimedia  
Alert TypesMP3 Ringtones, Polyphonic Ringtones, Vibration, Haptic feedbackMP3 Ringtones, Polyphonic Ringtones, Vibration  
LoudSpeakerYesYes  
Stereo SpeakersYesYes  
FM RadioNoNo  
Music PlayerYesYes  
Audio FormatsMP3, AAC, WAV, MIDI, AMR, 3GP, FLAC, M4A, OGG   
VideoYes, MPEG4, H.264Yes  
Noise Cancellation Yes  
Other FeaturesDolby AtmosDolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus  
Internet and Applications  
BrowserYes   
YoutubeYes   
WhatsappYes   
FacebookYes   
TwitterYes   
EmailMicrosoft Exchange, SMTP, POP3, IMAP, Push Email   
Other  
PhonebookUnlimited Contacts, Contact Pictures, Contact Ringtones, Contact Multiple Numbers   
CalendarYes   
CalculatorYes   
AlarmYes   
StopwatchYes   
SMSYes   
MMSYes   
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Rating
Expert Rating:
   
Pros & ConsPros
  • The only flagship phone with a small size
  • Blazing performance with A14 chipset
  • Amazing LED display
  • Slim design
Cons
  • Non-standard charging connector
  • Non-expandable storage
  • Average battery life
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack
   
Advantages
This cellphone has a 5.4" OLED capacitive touchscreen. Cellphones with touchscreen are not only easier to use but also are more intuitive. They also provide a bigger screen real estate than the non-touchscreen phones of the same physical size.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) runs on iOS (iOS 14) OS. Smartphones running iOS offer simple to use interface and fluid performance. Apple phones generally receive OS refreshes and security updates much quicker and for a longer period of time than the Android phones.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) is a 3G capable device. 3G technology supports faster data rate which results in faster page loads while browsing and quick downloads.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) is a 4G capable device. Phones with 4G (4th generation of mobile broadband) allow faster downloads and consistent browsing experience due to the high-speed data.
This cellphone is a dual SIM phone. You can have one SIM card for personal use and another for business use in a single device.
This phone has an IP68 marking. Dust and water-resistant or waterproof phones offer great protection against dust and water. It protects your phone from rain or an accidental drop in water.
This phone supports VoLTE (Voice over LTE). VoLTE offers much better call quality (full HD voice call) and better coverage as compared to 2G or 3G network.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) is a 5G capable device. 5G technology delivers data at very high speeds with reduced latency as compared to 4G networks.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) has a 5.4" screen. Big display increases your productivity by displaying more information at once without the need to scroll. It also allows us to enjoy online content like YouTube videos and movies.
This phone has a pixel density of 476 PPI (Pixels per Inch). Pictures and images look sharp and text is easier to read on phones with high PPI.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) comes with 85.0% screen to body ratio. Mobiles with a high screen to body ratio looks great and has fewer bezels.
This phone is 7.4 mm in thickness. Slim phones look good and are easier to hold in your hands. It also easily fits into the purse.
This mobile weighs 135 grams. Light weight phones look good and are easy on your pockets as compared to heavy phones.
This phone supports wireless charging. That means you do not have to worry about cables anymore.
This mobile comes with a fast charging capability. Fast charging allows us to spend less time charging the phone.
Apple iPhone 12 mini (4GB RAM + 256GB) is powered by 6-core processor. Processors with multiple cores offer faster performance and good battery life.
The 5 nm process is used to manufacture this mobile chipset. Chipset utilizing a newer manufacturing process offers good performance, consumes less battery power, provides more cores, and emit less heat in a relatively smaller size.
This device is powered by 4 GB of RAM. OS keeps data that is needed frequently or quickly in RAM. More free amount of RAM often results in flawless performance and quick multitasking.
The internal storage capacity of this mobile phone is 256 GB. Internal storage is much faster than external storage like microSD cards. Having more of it means you can install a large number of apps and store all your media in faster storage.
This mobile comes with a WiFi networking support. WiFi connection allows you to connect to your home or office WiFi router.
This phone has a WiFi hotspot capability. A WiFi hotspot lets you use your mobile internet in other devices like a laptop using WiFi connection.
This phone has a Bluetooth connectivity. Phones with Bluetooth capability allows you to connect to wireless Bluetooth headsets or Bluetooth speakers for calls and music.
This device supports NFC connectivity. Mobiles with NFC connectivity can send or receive content or make a payment wirelessly using a wallet.
This phone has GPS access. GPS enabled phones allow us to get turn by turn directions using the maps application. It can also make use of any location-based services.
This device offers Dolby audio. The Dolby technology delivers rich and immersive surround sound that feels amazing.
The display of this mobile phone is 5.4" XDR OLED capacitive touchscreen. Phones with touchscreen are easier to use and more intuitive. Plus, touchscreen mobiles have usually bigger screens than mobiles without a touchscreen.
Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB) runs on iOS (iOS 15) OS. Phones with iOS are more intuitive and easier to use than their Android counterparts. Phones with iOS also run smoother and usually get OS updates for a longer period of time.
This phone is 3G enabled. Phones with 3G connectivity deliver data at much faster speeds as compared to the 2G.
This mobile supports 4G. Phones with 4G capability give faster speeds than 3G which results in faster downloads and seamless surfing experience.
This mobile is a dual SIM phone. Dual SIM phone allows you to use two SIM cards without carrying two phones in your pocket. You can also use a voice plan of one SIM card and a data plan for another.
This mobile comes with an IP68 marking. It protects your device from dust and water. It also protects your smartphone against rain or an accidental fall in the water.
Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB) offers VoLTE (Voice over LTE) connectivity. You can enjoy the high-quality HD voice calls using VoLTE. It also offers enhanced battery life and quick call connection time.
Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB) is a 5G capable device. 5G technology delivers data at very high speeds with reduced latency as compared to 4G networks.
This mobile offers a 5.4" screen. Large screens offer more screen area to display the information due to which less scrolling is needed. It is easier on eyes while browsing, watching movies, and reading a book on your phone.
The pixel density of this phone screen is 476 PPI (Pixels per Inch). With phone screens having high PPI count, we get more information about whatever is displayed on the screen including better images, high-quality videos, and crisp fonts.
This mobile offers 85.1% screen to body ratio. Higher screen to body ratio means better utilization of the available space by having small bezels. They look stunning too and offer a seamless experience.
This device measures 7.7 mm in terms of thickness. Slim phones look better, are easier to carry around and fit easily in the jeans pocket or purse.
This phone is 141 grams in weight. Lighter phones are easier to carry around in your pockets.
This phone supports wireless charging. That means you do not have to worry about cables anymore.
This mobile comes with a fast charging capability. Fast charging allows us to spend less time charging the phone.
Apple iPhone 13 Mini (256GB) is powered by 6-core processor. Processors with multiple cores offer faster performance and good battery life.
The chipset of this device is manufactured using the 5 nm process. Chips created using the latest manufacturing process are generally more efficient, optimized for battery life, smaller in size and emit less heat.
This mobile has 4 GB of RAM. Having more RAM enables quick loading apps, fluid switching between apps while multitasking, and better gaming performance.
This phone has 256 GB of internal storage. Large internal storage allows you to store more pictures, videos, and applications on your phone without having to worry about cleaning up the storage space frequently.
This phone supports WiFi connectivity. You can connect to the internet by joining any WiFi network using WiFi connectivity option.
This phone has a WiFi hotspot capability. A WiFi hotspot lets you use your mobile internet in other devices like a laptop using WiFi connection.
This phone has a Bluetooth connectivity. Phones with Bluetooth capability allows you to connect to wireless Bluetooth headsets or Bluetooth speakers for calls and music.
This mobile comes with an NFC support. Phones with NFC can share content, program NFC tags, or pay without using the card.
This phone has GPS access. GPS enabled phones allow us to get turn by turn directions using the maps application. It can also make use of any location-based services.
This phone supports Dolby audio. The Dolby audio technology offers crystal clear sound using advanced audio formatting and signal processing.
  
Disadvantages
The battery of this device is rated at 2227 mAh in terms of capacity. Mobile phones with higher capacity battery allow you to use your phone for an extended period of time without needing to be recharged.
This mobile phone does not have support for an expandable storage. You can increase the storage capacity of your phone using external storage like a microSD card to store your data, pictures, and movies.
This mobile does not come with a 3.5 mm headphone connector. 3.5 mm is a standard when it comes to wired mobile headphones. It lets you use any earphones or headphones that come with a 3.5mm plug.
This phone has a battery capacity of 2425 mAh. Mobiles with bigger batteries run longer without needing to be recharged frequently.
This device does not support expandable storage. External storage like an SD card is a cheap, removable, and portable way to increase the storage available to your phone.
This mobile does not come with a 3.5 mm headphone connector. 3.5 mm is a standard when it comes to wired mobile headphones. It lets you use any earphones or headphones that come with a 3.5mm plug.
  
 
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