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iPhone 12 Pro — Apple 2020 smartphone
🏆 Phone of the Year 2020

Apple

iPhone 12 Pro

2020 Starting at $999

MKBHD Awards Won (1)

MKBHD's Phone of the Year 2020. 5G, MagSafe, OLED display, LiDAR, and the A14 Bionic chip.

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Key Specs at a Glance

Display

6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz

Camera

12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 12MP 2x telephoto + LiDAR

Battery

2,815 mAh

Chipset

Apple A14 Bionic

Full Specifications

Spec Details
Display 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz
Processor Apple A14 Bionic
RAM 6GB
Battery 2,815 mAh
Camera 12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 12MP 2x telephoto + LiDAR
OS iOS 14
Starting Price $999 USD
Release Year 2020

Award History

1 win
iPhone 12 Pro A

The ultimate award — MKBHD's pick for the best overall smartphone of the year across all price points and platforms.

Runner-up: Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the iPhone 12 Pro cost?

The iPhone 12 Pro starts at $999 USD as of 2020.

What processor does the iPhone 12 Pro have?

The iPhone 12 Pro is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic.

What camera does the iPhone 12 Pro have?

The iPhone 12 Pro features a 12MP main + 12MP ultrawide + 12MP 2x telephoto + LiDAR camera system.

Did the iPhone 12 Pro win any MKBHD awards?

Yes! The iPhone 12 Pro won: Phone of the Year (2020) at the MKBHD Smartphone Awards.

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About the MKBHD Smartphone Awards

Each year, Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) — one of the world's most respected tech reviewers — names the best smartphones across 11+ categories. The MKBHD Smartphone Awards have become one of the most trusted annual rankings in the industry.

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