MODEL COMPARISON
iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12
Official specifications alongside current refurbished offers. Compare the exact storage, condition and seller terms before choosing.
By Adam Burge, Editor · Published October 10, 2026 · Updated October 12, 2026, 4:20 PM EDT
What is different?
| Official specification | iPhone 13 | iPhone 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A14 Bionic |
| Apple video playback rating | Up to 19 hours | Up to 17 hours |
Specifications are for the named model families, not every carrier or regional variant. Official sources checked 2026-10-10 appear below.
Current refurbished offers
01 / iPhone 13
iPhone 13
$225.99–$339.99
58 qualifying offers from 2 sellers · checked through Oct 12, 2026, 4:20 PM EDT
- iPhone 13 | Verizon Only • Certified, 128 GB, Blue$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 13 | Verizon Only • Certified, 128 GB, Black$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 13 | Verizon Only • Certified, 128 GB, White$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 13 | AT&T Only • Certified, 128 GB, Midnight$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 13 | AT&T Only • Certified, 128 GB, Blue$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 13 | T-Mobile Only • Certified, 128 GB, Red$225.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
02 / iPhone 12
iPhone 12
$162.99–$220.99
8 qualifying offers from 1 seller · checked through Oct 12, 2026, 4:20 PM EDT
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 64 GB, Black$162.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 64 GB, Black$171.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 64 GB, Black$180.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 64 GB, Blue$180.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 64 GB, Red$180.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
- iPhone 12 | AT&T Only • Certified, 128 GB, Blue$184.99 · Wireless SourceGrade: Certified Refurbished · Returns: Not stated · Warranty: Not statedCheck this seller listing ↗
The range covers qualifying offers in Rebuya's current records, including different storage and grades. It is not a like-for-like quote. Seller terms above are recorded per listing and can differ even within one seller. Confirm price, stock, condition, returns and warranty on the seller's page. Rebuya may earn a commission from some links; that does not change the listed price.
Which should you buy?
Choose iPhone 13 for the newer chip and Apple's longer video-playback rating. Choose iPhone 12 when the verified listing condition and savings are more compelling.
First choose the configuration and compatibility you need. Then compare the specific listing's condition and seller terms. A lower price alone does not establish a better device.
Sources
- Official model specifications — checked 2026-10-10. https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphone-13,iphone-12
- Rebuya collection method — current seller offer records; prices checked at the times shown above.