Apple iPhone 14 vs Apple iPhone 15

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 suit different priorities. The 15 is stronger for camera hardware, helped by a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera, while the 14 is better suited to a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display at 457 PPI, a 12MP rear camera, and a 12MP front camera. Choose the 15 for camera hardware; choose the 14 if simplicity matters more.

The 14 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £471 over a typical contract, £54 less than the 15 5G.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch
457 461
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 3,349 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
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 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
Weight
172 grams 171 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
£13.99/mo (£109.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£139.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£246.00 £311.00
Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch 457 461
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 3,349 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
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 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
Weight 172 grams 171 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 £13.99/mo
£109.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
SIM-free £246.00 £311.00
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Apple iPhone 14
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Apple iPhone 15
Apple iPhone 15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper on contract at £470.76 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £109.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15?

The Apple iPhone 14 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 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 15?

The Apple iPhone 14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £246.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15?

The Apple iPhone 14 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 use?

The Apple iPhone 14 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 15 uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15?

They weigh about the same (172 grams vs 171 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 or Apple iPhone 15?

The Apple iPhone 14 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 15 run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.