Apple iPhone 14 vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

Our Verdict: The handset-only price gives Apple iPhone 14 an immediate advantage over Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max. The SIM-free figures are £229.00 versus £400.00. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has the display edge, pairing a 6.7" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel with 460 PPI while Apple iPhone 14 uses a 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED screen at 457 PPI. Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has the higher-resolution rear camera figure at 48MP versus Apple iPhone 14's 12MP. Apple iPhone 14 is lighter at 172g, compared with Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max at 240g, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max lists the larger battery capacity, 4,323 mAh against Apple iPhone 14's 3,279 mAh. For most shoppers this points to Apple iPhone 14 as the value choice, while Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is the upgrade pick for screen quality, storage, or software preference.

Over a full contract, the 5G works out around £511 all-in, about £121 less than the Pro Max 5G.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch
457 460
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Battery
3,279 mAh 4,323 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight
172 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£129.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£305.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£218.00 £359.99

Prices updated 16 July 2026

Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch 457 460
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Battery 3,279 mAh 4,323 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight 172 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£129.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£305.00 upfront
SIM-free £218.00 £359.99
Prices updated 16 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper on contract at £511.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £129.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 14's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £218.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max use?

The Apple iPhone 14 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 is the more portable of the two: it's 68g lighter at 172 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.