The iPhone 12 is the ideal iPhone for most people, thanks to class-leading screen quality, high-quality cameras and great future-proofing (including 5G). But these features come at slightly high price compared to competitors.

Fantastic HDR screen; High-quality camera system; Future-proofed with 5G and powerful innards; New design and build quality; Small and lighter than iPhone 11

More expensive than iPhone 11 was; Average battery life; Only a dual-lens camera; 60Hz screen; Face ID-only isn't ideal in masked times

The iPhone 12 is a great overall device, but it sits a bit awkwardly in Apple's own lineup of devices for 2020....

Super-fast performance Great display Amazing video quality

Awkwardly-placed in the lineup No telephoto camera Slow to charge No power adapter in the box

Having recently looked at one of the previous models in the range 23-9-20, I now get my chance to test the latest version from Apple. Out of the box it seems to me to be rather chunky compared to other phones, this of course may help it to survive the odd drop, while the corners are shaved off the...

It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.

Colorful OLED display; Future-proofed with 5G; MagSafe is intriguing;

Cameras are similar to last year; Battery life only okay; Hike in price over iPhone 11

Good battery life.

The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks. I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12.

Attractive new design with MagSafe, Comprehensive 5G coverage, Impressive dual cameras, Fastest performance in a phone, Solid battery life

Only 64GB of base storage, 60Hz display, No charger or headphones in box, Digital zoom could still use work

The iPhone 12 is a definite improvement over the iPhone 11. The new design gives the device a more modern look, and additions like MagSafe and 5G are helpful, helping future-proof the phone.

The iPhone 14 isn’t much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it’s still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades