Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 15
The Verdict
iPhone 15 delivers better value and modernization for most users despite the 14 Plus's larger screen. iPhone 15 features the newer A16 Bionic chip (more efficient than 14 Plus's A15), brighter 2000-nit display versus 1200 nits, and USB-C instead of outdated Lightning. The 48MP main camera on 15 captures significantly more detail than 14 Plus's 12MP sensor. Battery capacity favors 14 Plus at 4325mAh versus 3349mAh, giving genuine endurance advantage on the larger 6.7-inch screen. iOS 17 on 15 provides fresher software experience versus iOS 16. Weight difference is substantial: 171g versus 203g, making 15 noticeably more comfortable for extended use. At $100 less ($799 vs $899), iPhone 15 represents stronger value proposition. The 14 Plus mainly appeals to those prioritizing screen real estate and maximum battery longevity; however, the 15's superior processing power, display brightness, camera resolution, and modern connectivity make it the smarter purchase for most buyers. Consider 14 Plus only if you specifically need the larger 6.7-inch display and don't mind older technology.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 14 Plus if…
- →Largest iPhone screen at 6.7 inches at a lower price than Pro Max
- →Excellent all-day battery life thanks to large 4325 mAh battery
- →Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite safety features
Buy the Apple iPhone 15 if…
- →Dynamic Island brought to base model
- →48 MP main camera upgrade
- →Switched to USB-C port
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Pros
- Largest iPhone screen at 6.7 inches at a lower price than Pro Max
- Excellent all-day battery life thanks to large 4325 mAh battery
- Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite safety features
- Photonic Engine improves low-light photography
- MagSafe ecosystem for accessories and wireless charging
Cons
- 60Hz display feels outdated compared to ProMotion models
- Lightning port instead of USB-C
- No telephoto camera — only dual lens system
- Notch instead of Dynamic Island
- 12 MP camera resolution unchanged from previous generations
Apple iPhone 15
Pros
- Dynamic Island brought to base model
- 48 MP main camera upgrade
- Switched to USB-C port
- Strong A16 Bionic performance
- Comfortable lightweight design
Cons
- Stuck at 60Hz refresh rate
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- No telephoto camera
- No always-on display
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | iOS 17 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 203 g | 171 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.80 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5, sensor-shift OIS | 48 MP |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus | 12 MP |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Cinematic mode, Action mode | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4325 mAh | 3349 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 20W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe, 7.5W Qi | 15W MagSafe |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2778 x 1284 | 2556 x 1179 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 2000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz + 4x1.82 GHz) | Hexa-core |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Apple GPU (5-core) |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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