iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Plus: What’s the difference?

Apple’s annual smartphone launch just took place, featuring four new iPhones, including iPhone 1414 plus, 14 Pro and 14 pro max. But how does the standard iPhone 14 differ from the larger iPhone 14 Plus.

Keep reading to find out all the similarities and differences between the two non-professional iPhones coming in 2022.

iPhone 14 Plus has a larger screen

The most obvious difference between this year’s two base iPhone models is their display sizes.

iPhone 14 Plus has a 6.7-inch display with a resolution of 2778 x 1284 pixels and a density of 458 ppi. Meanwhile, the iPhone 14 has a 6.1-inch smaller 6-inch screen with a resolution of 2532 x 1170 pixels and a resolution of 460 ppi.

While the 14 may seem small compared to the Plus, it’s the same size as the iPhone 13. This makes the Plus not a replacement for the 13, but a larger alternative to the 14 for iOS fans who want a bigger screen. whether you’re streaming movies or playing games on the go.

Both the 14 and 14 Plus feature Super Retina XDR displays with OLED screen technology for vibrant whites and true blacks and Apple True Tone on board.

Of course, there’s none of the Dynamic Island and always-on display features that the Pro and Pro Max have.

iPhone 14 is lighter.

One benefit of the 14’s smaller screen is that the phone is more compact and lighter than the Plus.

The iPhone 14 measures 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8mm and weighs 172g, while the iPhone 14 Plus measures 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8mm and weighs 203g. That’s 31g more in swap for a bigger screen.

The iPhone 14 Plus also has a longer battery life.

Plus has the longest battery life of any iPhone, according to Apple. Though that doesn’t mean the 14 is ramshackle either, as Apple says the smaller phone still has “all day battery life.”

The iPhone 14 is capable of up to 20 hours of video playback, up to 16 hours of video playback (streaming), and up to 80 hours of audio playback, while the 14 Plus offers up to 26 hours of video playback, up to 20 hours of video playback. hours of video playback (streaming) and up to 100 hours of audio playback. Either way, it’s in line with Apple’s specs – you’ll have to wait for our reviews to find out our verdict on battery life.

The Plus also charges slightly faster, reaching 50% battery in 30 minutes with the 20W adapter, as opposed to the 14 which can do the same in 35 minutes. It’s only 5 minutes longer, but still interesting to note.

iPhone 14 cheaper

The iPhone 14 is priced at $799 / £849 and the iPhone 14 Plus is $899 / £949. This makes the cost of a bigger screen and longer battery life exactly $100/£100.

Both phones are, by the way, more expensive in the UK than in the US (although this is nothing new for Apple).

iPhone 14 will be available sooner

If you’re itching to get your hands on a new iPhone, the 14 is your best bet. The phone will be available on September 16th, three weeks ahead of the iPhone 14 Plus, which will arrive on October 7th.

Despite Plus’s longer wait times, both phones will be available for pre-order starting September 9th.