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iPhone 12 Pro vs Galaxy S20 comparison

Compare price, camera hardware, battery, display, performance, software support, protection, weight, and MobileBurn verdicts on the same page.

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Apple

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Samsung

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Price$999$999
Display6.1-inch OLED, 60Hz6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
ProcessorApple A14 BionicSnapdragon 865 / Exynos 990
MemoryNot officially stated by Apple8GB–12GB
Storage128GB–512GB128GB
Rear cameras12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 12MP 2x telephoto12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 64MP hybrid zoom
BatteryUp to 17 hours video playback4,000mAh
Charging20W wired, 15W MagSafe25W wired, 15W wireless
Software supportCheck current iOS compatibilityCheck current Samsung support status
ProtectionIP68IP68
Weight189g163g

Which is the better fit: iPhone 12 Pro or Galaxy S20?

Use three checks before choosing

  1. Fit: compare size, weight, display, and how each phone feels in daily use.
  2. Function: compare cameras, battery, charging, storage, and support.
  3. Value: decide whether the $0 launch-price gap pays for features you will use.

MobileBurn does not turn outside test results into a made-up score winner. Compare the concrete hardware, the written verdicts, and the price gap, then decide which trade-off matters in your daily use.

The iPhone 12 Pro pairs a 6.1-inch OLED, 60Hz display with Up to 17 hours video playback and 20W wired, 15W MagSafe charging. The Galaxy S20 uses a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz display, 4,000mAh, and 25W wired, 15W wireless charging. Compare these with size, weight, and the way you charge during a normal day.

Camera hardware also needs context. The iPhone 12 Pro lists 12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 12MP 2x telephoto, while the Galaxy S20 lists 12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 64MP hybrid zoom. Lens variety does not guarantee better photos, so open the iPhone 12 Pro review and Galaxy S20 review for reported strengths and weaknesses.

Software support: iPhone 12 Pro vs Galaxy S20

Count the secure years, not only the launch price

iPhone 12 Pro support is listed as check current ios compatibility. Galaxy S20 support is listed as check current samsung support status. A longer useful life can outweigh a lower launch price because it spreads the purchase over more secure years.

Before buying, confirm storage, carrier bands, warranty, repair availability, and regional charging accessories. You can also return to the phone directory or use the phone finder to build a wider shortlist.

Quick answers

Questions about iPhone 12 Pro vs Galaxy S20

Are the prices live store prices?

No. MobileBurn shows recorded United States launch prices so different generations have a stable reference point. Check a retailer or carrier for today's price, tax, trade-in terms, and regional availability.

Does a larger battery always last longer?

No. Capacity is one clue. Display efficiency, software, signal, heat, battery age, and the tasks you run can change real endurance.

Does the camera with more megapixels win?

Not by itself. Sensor size, lens quality, processing, focus, motion handling, zoom options, and video needs matter too. Read each phone record for the reported behavior behind the hardware list.

Why does MobileBurn not name an automatic winner?

A winner depends on the buyer's budget, hand comfort, camera needs, support needs, and region. The tool keeps facts side by side and leaves subjective trade-offs visible.