The release of Apple’s latest flagship device, the iPhone 13 Pro, has already made waves in the tech industry. But with last year’s iPhone 12 Pro still being a solid option, is it worth the upgrade?

Design:

One of the most noticeable differences between the two devices is the design. The iPhone 13 Pro has a slightly smaller notch, making for a slightly larger display. It also comes in a new color option, Sierra Blue, and has a redesigned camera module that blends seamlessly into the body. Overall, the design of the iPhone 13 Pro is sleeker and more modern, but the differences are subtle.

Display:

Both the iPhone 12 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro have a 6.1-inch OLED display with a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels. However, the iPhone 13 Pro has a 120Hz ProMotion display, which makes for smoother scrolling and animations. The difference is noticeable, but not necessarily a game-changer.

Camera:

The camera is where the iPhone 13 Pro really shines. It has a new triple-camera system that includes a 12-megapixel ultra-wide, a 12-megapixel wide, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens. The wide lens also has a larger aperture and a new sensor-shift stabilization system. The iPhone 12 Pro also has a triple-camera system, but the improvements in the iPhone 13 Pro make for better low-light performance and overall photo quality.

Battery Life:

The battery life on the iPhone 13 Pro is slightly better than that of the iPhone 12 Pro. The iPhone 13 Pro can last up to 22 hours of talk time, while the iPhone 12 Pro can last up to 17 hours. This difference may not be significant for some users, but it’s still an improvement.

Price:

The iPhone 13 Pro starts at $999, which is the same starting price as the iPhone 12 Pro. However, the higher storage options for the iPhone 13 Pro are more expensive. The iPhone 13 Pro with 1TB of storage costs a whopping $1,599, while the iPhone 12 Pro with the same amount of storage costs $1,399.