Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A73
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 14 Plus commands a premium at $899 with its superior A15 Bionic processor, stunning 1200-nit Super Retina XDR display, and exceptional 12MP dual camera system optimized for computational photography. Samsung's Galaxy A73 offers compelling value at $499, featuring a larger 5000mAh battery, 120Hz refresh rate, and versatile 108MP main camera with macro capabilities. While the iPhone excels in raw processing power, software optimization, and video performance with Cinematic mode, the Galaxy A73 provides longer battery life and faster 25W charging. Performance-wise, the A15 Bionic significantly outpaces the Snapdragon 778G for gaming and multitasking. However, the Galaxy A73's AMOLED+ panel refreshes smoother at 120Hz versus the iPhone's 60Hz display. For photography enthusiasts prioritizing night mode and portrait quality, iPhone wins decisively. Budget-conscious users seeking all-day battery and practical performance should choose the Galaxy A73. Ultimately, iPhone 14 Plus suits premium users valuing ecosystem integration and camera prowess, while Galaxy A73 appeals to practical buyers maximizing features per dollar.
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 Samsung Galaxy A73 if…
- →108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- →Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- →IP67 water resistance
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- 60Hz display feels outdated compared to ProMotion models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
Samsung Galaxy A73
Pros
- 108 MP main sensor at mid-range price
- Large 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
- IP67 water resistance
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Snapdragon 778G delivers solid performance
Cons
- Plastic build feels cheap for $499
- No wireless charging
- Slow 25W charging
- 5 MP macro and depth cameras are fillers
- Not widely available in all markets
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A73 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 16 | Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 203 g | 181 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.80 mm | 163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.5, sensor-shift OIS | 108 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/1.9, autofocus | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps, Cinematic mode, Action mode | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Depth | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4325 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W MagSafe, 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED Plus |
| Resolution | 2778 x 1284 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz + 4x1.82 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 642L |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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