Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

Compare Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Apple A16 Bionic, 12MP vs 48MP camera, 4323mAh vs…

Apple

iPhone 14 Pro Max

$1,099

8categories won

9 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 14 Plus takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus claims the overall win over the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the iPhone 14 Pro Max leads with superior optics, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the iPhone 14 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 14 Pro Max if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,323 mAh.

🎮 GamingiPhone 14 Plus

iPhone 14 Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) and 6GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Pro Max takes photography with 48MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 14 Plus

iPhone 14 Plus provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $899 vs $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Screen size	6.7"	6.7"
Resolution	1284 x 2778	1290 x 2796Winner
Pixel density	457 ppi	460 ppi
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	1200 nits	2000 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Apple A16 Bionic
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	1,420,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	6620
Maximum RAM	6 GB	6 GB
Maximum storage	512GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps Cinematic	4K at 60fps ProRes / Dolby Vision

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Capacity	4,323 mAh	4,323 mAh
Wired charging	20 W	20 W
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Weight	203 gWinner	240 g
Thickness	7.8 mm	7.85 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, glass back and aluminum design	Surgical-grade stainless steel frame, Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Operating system	iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 18	iOS 16
OS updates	6 years	6 years
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 14 Plus, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$899Winner	$1,099