Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 14 Plus, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is two years of updates on from it. The 16 Pro Max has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the 14 Plus 5G's 12MP, and the 16 Pro Max goes up to 1TB of storage, where the 14 Plus 5G tops out at 512GB. The 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.9" against 6.7", and the 14 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 203g against 227g. The 16 Pro Max 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, £336 less than the 16 Pro Max.
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Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1320 x 2868 |
| 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 | 4,685 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 227 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 |
£41.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £254.99 | £689.00 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 14 Plus's 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 16 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
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 Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses the Apple A18 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 203 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.