Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max suit different priorities. The Pro Max is stronger for display quality, helped by its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera, and 128GB to 1000GB storage, while the Plus is better suited to its Super Retina XDR OLED panel and a lighter 203g body. Choose the Pro Max for display quality; choose the Plus if portability matters more.
Apple iPhone 14 Plus Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Release Date
7 October 2022 16 September 2022
Expert Rating
4.1
15 reviews 4.5
15 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1284 x 2778 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
4,325 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
160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight
203 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Deals Deals
Apple iPhone 14 Plus Apple iPhone 14 Plus Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Release Date 7 October 2022 16 September 2022
Expert Rating 4.1
15 reviews 		4.5
15 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1284 x 2778 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 4,325 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 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight 203 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Deals Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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.

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

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 Plus and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max use?

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is more compact. It's 37g lighter at 203 grams, though the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm.

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

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

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

Both phones run Apple iOS.