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iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13: Size & Dimensions Compared

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 are nearly the same size, differing by just 0.0mm in height and 0.0mm in width.

Visual Size Overlay

iPhone 12iPhone 13
146.7mm146.7mm71.5mm71.5mm10mm
Height Δ
Same
Width Δ
Same
Thickness Δ
-0.3mm
Case CompatibilityWon't Fit
  • Body dimensions are nearly identical, but the camera cutout is incompatible (vertical-dual vs diagonal-dual)
Screen ProtectorCompatible

Same screen size (6.1") with minimal width difference — should fit.

DimensioniPhone 12iPhone 13Difference
Height146.7mm146.7mmSame
Width71.5mm71.5mmSame
Thickness7.4mm7.65mmiPhone 13 +0.3mm (thicker)
Weight164g174giPhone 13 +10.0g (heavier)
Screen6.1"6.1"Same

Visual Size Comparison

HeightSame
iPhone 12
146.7mm
iPhone 13
146.7mm
WidthSame
iPhone 12
71.5mm
iPhone 13
71.5mm
ThicknessiPhone 13 +0.3mm
iPhone 12
7.4mm
iPhone 13
7.65mm

Button & Port Layout

Which is bigger?

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 are essentially the same size.

Wireless Charging & MagSafe Compatibility

Wireless chargers and magnetic accessories work with both phones.

  • Your MagSafe charger will work with both devices.
  • Both devices have built-in magnets — MagSafe wallets, car mounts, and battery packs will snap onto either phone.
SpeciPhone 12iPhone 13
Wireless Charging15W15W
Qi VersionQiQi
MagSafeGen 1Gen 1
Built-in MagnetsYesYes
Magnet Ringclosed circleclosed circle

MagSafe cases are NOT cross-compatible between these devices — the case body is shaped to each phone, even though the internal magnet ring may be the same.

Accessories for iPhone 12

Accessories for iPhone 13

UAG

UAG Monarch Kevlar Black for iPhone 13

$49.95

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totallee

totallee Clear Case for iPhone 13

$29.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is iPhone 12 bigger than iPhone 13?

They are the same height, but differ by 0.0mm in width. The iPhone 12 weighs 164g vs 174g.

Are iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 the same size?

Very close — they differ by only 0.0mm in height and 0.0mm in width.