Is the iPhone 12 STILL WORTH IT in 2024?

The iPhone 12 was revolutionary when it debuted in 2020, but in 2024/2025, does it still hold its ground, or has it started to show its age? In this video, I take a comprehensive look at the iPhone 12, covering its history, build quality, design, display, battery life, cameras, performance, and more, to determine whether it remains a worthwhile option.

From its iconic flat-edge design to the dependable A14 Bionic chip, I’ll examine how the iPhone 12 stacks up against newer models like the iPhone 15 and 16. Key considerations include battery health over time, camera performance—especially in low-light scenarios—and how the 60Hz display fares now that higher refresh rates have become the standard.

If you’re thinking about buying a refurbished iPhone 12 or debating whether to keep yours for a bit longer, this review has all the answers. I’ll also cover the current market value of a used iPhone 12 and evaluate whether it still offers good value in today’s smartphone landscape.

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Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - History
1:30 - Pricing (2020)
1:41 - Pricing (2024)
2:09 - Build Quality and Design
4:04 - Display
5:41 - Little CTA
5:52 - Battery
6:57 - Camera
7:56 - Performance
9:00 - MagSafe, Charging and Accessories
9:55 - iOS Software Updates & Support
10:38 - What's the Final Verdict?
12:22 - Is the iPhone 12 Still Worth It In 2024?
12:45 - Outro

[itstwo]

I think the 12 is the best budget phone in 2024. It’s fast, cameras are good, and it can play Roblox at a stable frame rate unlike my previous phone.

[artheemisia]

I still love my iPhone 12 Mini, purchased as an open box item on eBay for $350 with 11 months left of Apple Care and a 100% battery

[checkyourmate]

XO bro just for the The video quality and speech is top tier, you gained a subscriber

[WereF]

Most underrated youtuber ever, pretty good editing for ur subs

[KuyaJRTV]

For its ecosystem, NO. For the cameras, a BIG YES!

[WackyAX]

how is this video such high quality, yet so

[likeacandle]

iphone color peaked at 11 and 12 . the olive-ish green and the deep blue-ish version was the best color. now if I have to choose, I would choose the white one rather than other boring colors.

[iOSlover]

I’m using 12 pro max since 2021 until now.

Such a great phone and it’s still 89% battery health.

Although it is so tempting to upgrade to 16 pro max but the design is still almost same since the 12 series release.

[xxaryamahardika]

Just got iphone 12 128 few weeks back brand new. This is my first ever iphone that i'eve ever bought. Tbh, The 60Hz screen on iphone feels way more smooth than my prvious phone. Everythings works flawlessly. The camera, speakers, screen and i only use this phone as social media and daily driver.

I had no regret getting this phone. Iphone 12 still really good in late 2024 (i may use this phone for about 4-5 years)

[pinky]

As crazy as it sounds, I’m kind of mad I didn’t get the 12. Currently using the 15 pro max, but I did own the 11 and then the 13. But the 12 was the first squared edges since the 5s and it looked super slick. Still does even with that notch. I would get it for one of my kids though at its current age. Hell I’d use it in a pinch too.

[csabalegradi]

Im rocking with a 11PM, even with its 82% battery life its still decent and gets me through the day and it only cost around iphone 12 (~200euro)

[Historic_Sid]

Still using my 12 mini, will get a se4 when it releases in march 2025

[Harryjohnson]

I upgraded to the 16 pro max from the 12 pro max. I can tell a slight difference. I had to charge my 12 a few times a day. I’m content with the 16 battery

[mensahtoffic]

keep it going bro, nice iphone review

[beansprout_apg]

Still rockin my iphone 12 for almost 3 years. I decided to go back to iPhone when they designed it like the 5s. Still bitter for the mini though 😅😅. I really want that one but the battery life became the final reason to not get it😢

[chicken]

iphone 12 has the same notch size as the iphone 11 or xr or iphone x but if you buy the 13 you get a smaller notch size with a better camera. surely the iphone 12 is the second generation of night mode pictures but iphone 13 is a 3rd generation so it's way better

[scarborosasquatchstation]

Cool video for the folks still rocking their own amazing iPhone 12 Pro Max in 2024.. Originally was having overheating issues that fried the speaker volume, whereby most Youtuber review channels fail to mention this problem. Yes we agree the cameras still work exceptionally good day or night, hopefully any issues with the manual/auto focus, may start to diminish when upgrading to the newest models. Would of been more insightful talking how A.I. now being incorporated into the newest model iPhone 16. Thanks... Subscribed 😎🙏

[欧阳豹-qm]

Still rocking with the Xr as my 2nd phone and the 11 pro as my main.

[male_]

I love my iPhone 12 im subscribed i really love it like every time someone says its outdated i get angry at them bc it very amazing 🥰 so get it 60 herts is ok so yea im not getting the 18.3 beata update bc its 6GB like OMG that's so much mine is only 64GB so im staying on ios 18.2 so its ok what about you guys

[tattoojunior]

I'm still using the 12 pro max and find no need to update. Battery life is still great, I'm still impressed with all my photos, and it's still modern why would I supreme money on anything else?