Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 16
Our Verdict: The iPhone 16 is two years newer than the iPhone 14 Plus, and it shows in the specs. The 16 leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 14 Plus 5G's 12MP, and there's more battery in the 14 Plus 5G, 4325mAh to 3561mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 14 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.1", and the 16 is the lighter phone at 170g against 203g. Coming from the 14 Plus 5G, the 16 is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £695 over a full contract.
10 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
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Apple iPhone 16
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 2556 x 1179 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 461 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,325 mAh | 3,561 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 170 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£26.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £254.99 | £478.99 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
| Deals | Deals | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper on contract at £695.46 over the life of the deal from £54.83 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £254.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 16 uses the Apple A18 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 33g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16?
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 16 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.