You still need to look for a replica of the iPhone of any model on AliExpress. Sellers of such “gadgets” do not stay on the site for a long time, so there are few fakes. Another thing is new on Tmall and reassembled Apple smartphones “with mileage”.
In the latter, both original spare parts and analogues of different quality can be used. Putting together something workable without some branded Apple parts will not work. But buy everything you need functional iPhone on AliExpress is possible.
In a cycle of similar materials, we we calculate the cost of smartphones from parts from AliExpress. This time iPhone 12.
Denial of responsibility: All information presented in the material is offered for review. This is not a call to action, so you do everything described only at your own peril and risk. Thanks for understanding!
To assemble an iPhone, you need one original part
The main thing is that the original motherboard is inside the case of the Apple smartphone.
To be considered a real Apple smartphone, the iOS operating system must work correctly on its screen. If this happens, it is not so important from which parts it is assembled. Is it possible to find all of them for iPhone on AliExpress? Yes, certainly!
However, it is important to understand that the iOS operating system will not start on a non-original motherboard. Only this component on the site will need to be found in the “from disassembly” condition. Everything the rest can be taken new from among analogues.
Yes, you definitely won’t be able to find a new motherboard on AliExpress. Such components are pulled out of the “killed” iPhone.
iFixit iPhone 12 Assembly Instructions
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The list of main spare parts for iPhone 12 from AliExpress
one. Motherboard (18 360 rubles)
For Face ID to work, it is important to choose a motherboard with a module included. However, the whole idea is considered only as entertainment, so there is no point in overpaying. You can take without a set of front cameras and buy them separately.
You should not take a motherboard that is too cheap. Better to stay somewhere in the middle with normal reviews.
2. Display (7,300 rubles)
To achieve the highest quality image, it is better to choose a display based on OLED technology, as in the original. However, you can save money by taking TFT. However, for the iPhone 12 there are not so many such screens.
3. Frame (2,100 rubles)
Usually sellers complete the case with a full set of buttons in color. It is better to clarify this at the time of ordering the spare part.
4. Battery (1,430 rubles)
Sellers on the site often claim that their batteries are better than the original ones. But this is hard to believe.
5. Side loops (350 rubles)
iphone 12 power and volume control cable
Such cables are needed in order to connect the side buttons, as well as the power key, to the motherboard.
6. Qi Coil (615 rubles)
In order not to order a coil in vain, it is better to check with the seller of the case whether it is included in the package. Sometimes it is, but more often it is not. Moreover, the supplier can conditionally “forget” to put it in the package. This must be kept in mind.
7. Main camera (3 350 rubles)
The main camera is quite expensive. This is not surprising, because it is a key element of a modern gadget.
eight. Front-camera (500 rubles)
We mention the possibility of ordering the front camera separately. It is needed if you take the motherboard without a complete set. Of course, in this case, you can forget about the work of Face ID. But this is not much needed here.
nine. WiFi and Bluetooth (510 rubles)
Wireless communication modules are required even for a smartphone that will be assembled just for the sake of pastime.
ten. Main speaker (730 rubles)
Sellers usually claim that they have very high quality speakers. In fact, they are much inferior to the original.
eleven. Speaker (350 rubles)
For periodic voice communication, even not very high-quality speakers should be more than enough.
12. Lightning port (750 rubles)
iphone 12 replacement connector
It’s a pity that AliExpress doesn’t sell USB-C ports that could simply replace the Lightning interface.
thirteen. Taptic Engine (170 rubles)
Branded “motor” Apple and the Chinese counterpart can not be compared in quality. Tactile sensations from them will be different.
fourteen. Additionally (150 rubles)
Additionally, you need to buy a complete set of hardware, which may not be included in the delivery of specific components.
Note: this is a basic list of parts that you need to build a working iPhone 12. Usually it is more than enough. However, something may not arrive in a complete set. It is likely to be on the radio market.
How much do all spare parts for iPhone 12 cost from AliExpress
By today’s standards, the cost of the “constructor” is not so high.
motherboard: RUB 18,360
display: 7 300 rub.
frame: 2 100 rub.
battery: 1 430 rub.
side rails: 350 rub.
Coil Qi: 615 rub.
main camera: 3 350 rub.
front-camera: 500 rub.
WiFi and Bluetooth: 510 rub.
main speaker: 730 rub.
speaker: 350 rub.
lightning port: 750 rub.
Taptic Engine: 170 rub.
additionally: 150 rub.
unplanned: 1 500 rub.
The total cost of the venture: RUB 38,165
The most expensive element in this venture, as expected, was the motherboard. In the structure of expenses, it occupies more than 48%. The second place goes to the display – more than nineteen%. The third is occupied by the main camera – it accounts for almost nine%.
The project turned out to be relatively expensive. However, by today’s standards, its high cost is fully justified.
Is it worth it to assemble an iPhone 12 from parts every day
There are a lot of “buts” to collect such a smartphone for every day
It is important to note once again that the whole idea of u200bu200bassembling the iPhone 12 from parts from AliExpress should be taken as nothing more than entertainment. Collecting such a gadget for yourself every day is an absolutely pointless undertaking. There are several reasons for this.
✓ Nothing will work. Yes, there is an option that will not work. Due to the fault of low-quality spare parts, a dead motherboard, or simply insufficient skill in assembling a device from individual parts. Everything can be. There is a risk.
✓ The quality will be the same. You can not even dream of any protection from moisture. Face ID may not work and not only.
✓ Zero accessories and warranties. The price does not include the box and accessories. Of course, free service will not be included in it either. Headphones and charging can be bought in addition, but stable work is not.
In general, after all the manipulations, there will be a device of mediocre quality on hand, which works every other time. However, the experience of assembling an Apple gadget is worth a lot. Real fans will be truly delighted with such an experience.
Summing up: the venture should be perceived as entertainment
The iPhone 12 construction set is great fun for a tech fan
The cost of the designer from parts with AliExpress is 38,165 rubles. The new 64 GB iPhone 12 in official retail at the time of writing can be bought for 66,990 rubles. The difference is significant, but the devices in the hands will be different.
Behind additional 28,825 rubles. you can take a new cool device, which you also don’t have to assemble yourself. This will definitely be a pleasure to use for more than one year in a row. But with this material, the task is completely different.
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