Apple iPhone 14 Pro vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Our verdict: You'll pay £598.16 less overall on contract with the Apple iPhone 14 Pro than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max. If screen real estate matters, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max wins at 6.9". Up front, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max wins with a 18MP selfie camera. At 206g, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is the lighter of the two.
20 reviews 4.4
11 reviews
Apple iPhone 14 Pro
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 20 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.9" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1320 x 2868 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Apple A19 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| 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 | 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 206 grams | 233 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£11.95/mo
£359.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £299.99 | £1042.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is cheaper on contract at £615.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £359.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 461 pixels per inch, and both use LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 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 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 206 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 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 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.