Apple iPhone 7 vs Apple iPhone 7 Plus
Our verdict: On the screen front, the Apple iPhone 7 Plus pulls ahead with 5.5" and 401 PPI. You'll barely notice the Apple iPhone 7 in your pocket at 138g. SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 7 comes in at £59.00 — the lower starting price of the two.
Apple iPhone 7
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Apple iPhone 7 Plus
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| Screen | 4.7" | 5.5" |
| Display | IPS | IPS |
| Resolution | 1334 x 750 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 326 | 401 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 7 Megapixels | 7 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A10 Fusion | Apple A10 Fusion |
| Storage | 32GB, 128GB, 256GB | 32GB, 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 with LE | 4.2 with LE |
| Dimensions | 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm | 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 138 grams | 188 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP67 - Dust and water resistant |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £59.00 | £79.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 7 or Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 7 Plus has the bigger screen at 5.5" compared to the Apple iPhone 7's 4.7", the Apple iPhone 7 Plus has the sharper display at 401 pixels per inch versus 326, and both use IPS panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 7 or Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 7 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 7 Plus has a 12 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 7 or Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £59.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 7 and Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 7 is available in 32GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 7 Plus comes in 32GB, 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 7 and Apple iPhone 7 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 7 is powered by the Apple A10 Fusion, while the Apple iPhone 7 Plus uses the Apple A10 Fusion.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 7 or Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 7 is the more portable of the two — it's 50g lighter at 138 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 7 or Apple iPhone 7 Plus?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP67 - Dust and water resistant.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 7 and Apple iPhone 7 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.