Display: The iPhone 12 has a larger 6.1-inch display, compared to the 5.8-inch display on the iPhone XS. The iPhone 12 also features a ProMotion technology for a smoother and more responsive display.
Processor: The iPhone 12 is powered by the A14 Bionic chip, which is faster and more efficient than the A12 Bionic chip in the iPhone XS. The A14 Bionic chip also has improved machine learning capabilities.
Camera: The iPhone 12 has a dual-camera system with 12MP ultra wide and wide lenses, while the iPhone XS has a dual-camera system with 12MP wide and telephoto lenses. The iPhone 12 also features a Night mode and Deep Fusion technology for improved low-light photography.
5G Connectivity: The iPhone 12 supports 5G connectivity while the XS does not, which means that the iPhone 12 can take advantage of faster download and upload speeds.
Face ID: The iPhone 12 has an improved Face ID system, which is faster and more accurate than the one on the iPhone XS. The Face ID system on the iPhone 12 can also recognize the user even when they are wearing a mask.
Body Design: iPhone 12 has a new body design with flat-edge stainless steel and glass back, while the iPhone XS has a stainless steel and glass design. The iPhone 12 also has Ceramic Shield front cover, which provides four times better drop performance.
Water and Dust Resistance: Both phones have IP68 water and dust resistance rating, but the iPhone 12 can withstand up to 30 minutes of immersion in up to 6 meters of water, while the iPhone XS can only withstand up to 30 minutes of immersion in up to 2 meters of water.
Battery Life: The iPhone 12 has a longer battery life compared to the iPhone XS. The iPhone 12 can last up to 17 hours of video playback while the XS can last up to 14 hours.
Operating System: The iPhone 12 ships with iOS 14, while the XS ships with iOS 12, which can be updated to iOS 14. iOS 14 brings a number of new features and improvements, including App Library, widgets on the home screen, and improved Siri capabilities.
Price: The iPhone 12 is more expensive than the iPhone XS, with prices starting at $699 for the iPhone 12 and $999 for the iPhone XS. The iPhone 12 is available in different storage options and 5G connectivity can be more expensive than the XS.
