iQOO
iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black)
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 512GB · Black
86
/ 100
From $1,059
VS
Apple
iPhone 15 128GB
A16 · iOS · 128GB
86
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) lands at 86 and iPhone 15 128GB at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) if…
- ✓Flagship chipset
- ✓Distinctive regional design
- ✓Competitive value
Pick iPhone 15 128GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) 86
vs 86 iPhone 15 128GB
Score breakdown
iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black)
86 cpu 86
gpu 84
camera 86
battery 82
display 86
design 84
iPhone 15 128GB
86 cpu 86
gpu 84
camera 85
battery 80
display 83
design 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) | iPhone 15 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | A16 |
| Storage | ▲ 512GB | 128GB |
| Color | Black | — |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
| OS | — | iOS 17 |
iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black)
Pros
- +Flagship chipset
- +Distinctive regional design
- +Competitive value
Cons
- −Limited US carrier support
- −Software skin learning curve
- −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel
iPhone 15 128GB
Pros
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
FAQ: iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) vs iPhone 15 128GB
Which is better, iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) or iPhone 15 128GB? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) worth the price? +
At $1,059, iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone 15 128GB worth the price? +
At $799, iPhone 15 128GB delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in cpu.
Does iQOO 12 Pro 512GB (Black) or iPhone 15 128GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.