Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are both substantial phones, with 6.7-inch and 6.9-inch OLED displays respectively. The newer Max adds variable aperture control to its main camera and doubles maximum storage from 1TB to 2TB, with weight increasing from 240g to 249g. The older model already delivers the large Pro format; the newer one is more relevant if those particular camera and storage additions address your needs.

Over a full contract, the 14 Pro Max 5G works out around £793 all-in, about £519 less than the 18 Pro Max.

Release Date
16 September 2022 18 September 2026
Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
4.5
11 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1290 x 2796 1320 x 2868
Pixels Per Inch
460 458
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
Battery
4,323 mAh 5,391 mAh
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
160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm 163.4 x 78.0 x 8.75 mm
Weight
240 grams 249 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£62.33/mo (£30.00 upfront) £11.95/mo (£1055.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£355.00 £1297.00
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Release Date 16 September 2022 18 September 2026
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
4.5
11 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1290 x 2796 1320 x 2868
Pixels Per Inch 460 458
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Apple A20 Pro (2 nm)
Battery 4,323 mAh 5,391 mAh
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 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm 163.4 x 78.0 x 8.75 mm
Weight 240 grams 249 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £62.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
£11.95/mo
£1055.00 upfront
SIM-free £355.00 £1297.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

128GB

Space Black

Refurbished

From £355

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

24 Months

256GB

Burgundy

15GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£11.95 a month, £1055 upfront.

No mid-contract price increases.

Use code: 30JNOFF (£30 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £792.96 over the life of the deal from £62.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 18 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 Max or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £355.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max use?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max uses the Apple A20 Pro (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 240 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 18 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 Max and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.