Apple iPhone 12 vs Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

โœ“ Head-to-Head Comparison: โ€ข PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 12 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 12

AED 1,549

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 64/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

AED 1,449

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 79/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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โš–๏ธ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus starts from AED 1,449, saving approximately AED 100 over Apple iPhone 12 (AED 1,549). Choose Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus for superior price-to-performance, or Apple iPhone 12 if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 12?

  • โœ“ Lighter in-hand weight (164g vs 196g)
  • โœ“ Powered by Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm)

Why choose Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus?

  • โœ“ More affordable by AED 100 (6% lower price)
  • โœ“ Larger display screen (6.78" vs 6.1")
  • โœ“ Higher primary camera resolution (108MP vs 12MP)
  • โœ“ Higher selfie camera resolution (32MP vs 12MP)

๐Ÿ† Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0โ€“100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone 12 (64/100) vs Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus (79/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 75 | Infinix: 87
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 68 | Infinix: 89
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Infinix: 55
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | Infinix: 57
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | Infinix: 83
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 69 | Infinix: 85

โœจ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

๐ŸŽฎ Best for High-FPS Gaming
Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

Scores 57/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

๐Ÿ“ธ Best for Photography & Video
Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

Scores 89/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

โšก Battery & Fast Charging King
Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

Scores 83/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Best Price-to-Performance Value
Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

Scores 85/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

๐Ÿ“ก UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone 12 vs Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 12 Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus
Starting Verified Price AED 1,549
at UAE Retail Stores
AED 1,449
at UAE Retail Stores Advantage
Display & Refresh Rate 6.1 inches (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio), Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) 6.78 inches (17.22 cm), AMOLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution 1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) 1080x2436 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) MediaTek Dimensity 7020
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB LPDDR4X RAM 12 GB RAM | 256 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera Dual: 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120หš (ultrawide), 1/3.6" 108 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 2 MP, f/2.4, Macro Camera, 2 MP, f/2.4, Depth Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" + SL 3D (biometrics sensor) 32 MP, f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera Advantage
Battery & Fast Charging N/A 4600 mAh - 100W wired, 50% in 12 min
5G Network Support GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS iOS 14.1, upgradable to iOS 18 Android v14
Build, Weight & Protection 164 g (5.78 oz), Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aerospace-grade aluminum frame Advantage 190 or 196 grams, Glass front, plastic frame, silicone polymer (eco leather) back, IP53

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 12 vs Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 12 or Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus?

Both Apple iPhone 12 and Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone 12 starts from AED 1,549, whereas Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus starts from AED 1,449. Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus offers better budget value by saving AED 100. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 12 and Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus is priced about AED 100 lower than Apple iPhone 12 based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 12 or Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus?

Apple iPhone 12 features Dual: 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120หš (ultrawide), 1/3.6" with a high-capacity battery. On the other hand, Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus comes with 108 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 2 MP, f/2.4, Macro Camera, 2 MP, f/2.4, Depth Camera and a 4600 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.