Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 17
Our Verdict: The iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 17 are three years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 17 has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, plus a 18MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the 14 Plus 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 4325mAh against 3692mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 14 Plus 5G has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.3", and the 17 is the lighter phone at 177g against 203g. Coming from the 14 Plus 5G, the 17 is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Over a full contract, the 14 Plus 5G works out around £695 all-in, about £106 less than the 17.
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Prices updated 16 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
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Apple iPhone 17
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.5 12 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 | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A19 Pro |
| Battery | 4,325 mAh | 3,692 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 177 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 |
£29.99/mo
£59.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £245.00 | £599.00 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 17 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 17?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17'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 17 has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 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 17?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £245.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 17 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 17 use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Apple iPhone 17 uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 17?
The Apple iPhone 17 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 17?
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 17 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.