• the Pixel 5 outperforms the iPhone 12 due to its 90Hz screen refresh rate. The display on Apple's flagship runs at 60Hz. A 90Hz display refreshes the screen 90 times per second, making scrolling more fluid. Keep in mind that, like many other 90 or 120Hz phones, the Pixel 5's refresh rate is dynamic. When the higher refresh rate isn't needed, such as when the screen is static, the phone switches to 60Hz to preserve battery.
• The dimensions of the iPhone 12 and the Pixel 5 are practically identical. With a 6.1-inch screen vs the Pixel 5's 6-inch display, the iPhone 12 is slightly larger. The iPhone 12 is also slightly heavier than the Pixel 5, weighing 5.78 ounces vs 5.33 ounces. 

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