Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Motorola Razr (2023)
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 14 Plus delivers a premium experience with its A15 Bionic processor, superior 12MP camera system with sensor-shift stabilization, and excellent Super Retina XDR display at 1200 nits brightness. The 6.7-inch screen offers exceptional clarity despite the 60Hz refresh rate. Battery capacity reaches 4325 mAh with reliable MagSafe wireless charging at 15W. Motorola's Razr 2023 folds into a compact package with a 6.9-inch main display running at an impressive 144Hz and a functional 1.5-inch cover screen, though the 3800 mAh battery limits endurance. The Razr sports a higher megapixel camera (64MP) and faster wired charging (30W), plus USB-C connectivity, but the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 trails Apple's performance prowess. Build durability favors iPhone 14 Plus with IP68 versus IP52 rating. For productivity and photography, iPhone 14 Plus edges ahead with faster performance and better stabilization. The Razr appeals to those prioritizing form factor innovation and quick charging over raw performance. At $899 versus $699, iPhone 14 Plus justifies its premium pricing through sustained performance and camera quality, making it the stronger choice for most users seeking longevity and capability.
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 Motorola Razr (2023) if…
- →Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- →Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- →144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
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- 60Hz display feels outdated compared to ProMotion models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
Motorola Razr (2023)
Pros
- Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- 144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
- 64 MP main camera produces good daylight photos
- Compact folded form factor fits easily in any pocket
Cons
- Very small 1.5-inch cover screen limits quick interactions
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 mid-range chip limits performance
- 3800 mAh battery barely gets through a full day
- IP52 water resistance is minimal for a $699 phone
- Only 5W wireless charging is essentially unusable
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Motorola Razr (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 203 g | 188.6 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.80 mm | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5, sensor-shift OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Cinematic mode, Action mode | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4325 mAh | 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe, 7.5W Qi | 5W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover |
| Resolution | 2778 x 1284 | 2640 x 1080 (main) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1400 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz + 4x1.82 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 644 |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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