Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Our Verdict: There's two years between the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 16 Pro, so the iPhone 16 Pro is ahead on most things. The 16 Pro 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 3582mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 16 Pro offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the 14 Plus 5G, and the 14 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.3". The 16 Pro is the better phone; upgrade from the 14 Plus 5G if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
The 14 Plus 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £695 over a typical contract, £78 less than the 16 Pro.
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Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.2 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A18 Pro |
| Battery | 4,325 mAh | 3,582 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£29.50/mo
£20.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £254.99 | £589.99 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", 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 16 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 Pro?
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 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses the Apple A18 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 4g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.