Apple iPhone 8 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A14 5G
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 8 Plus commands a premium $799 price tag with its A11 Bionic processor delivering superior performance for everyday tasks and gaming, paired with an impressive dual camera system featuring optical zoom and 4K60 video recording. Samsung's Galaxy A14 5G costs $199 and prioritizes value by offering 5G connectivity, a larger 6.6-inch 90Hz display, higher megapixel main camera (50MP), and a substantial 5000mAh battery versus the iPhone's 2691mAh pack. However, the iPhone 8 Plus provides a more premium build with glass and aluminum construction, IP67 water resistance, and mature iOS ecosystem, whereas the Galaxy A14 uses plastic materials and lacks water resistance. Performance-wise, the A11 Bionic significantly outpaces the Dimensity 700 for demanding applications. Video recording maxes out at 1080p30 on the Galaxy versus 4K60 on Apple. For users seeking flagship features, the iPhone 8 Plus remains superior despite its age, but budget-conscious buyers wanting modern specs and 5G should choose the Galaxy A14 5G.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 8 Plus if…
- →Wireless charging added to iPhone for the first time
- →Portrait Lighting effects for depth photography
- →Powerful A11 Bionic chipset
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G if…
- →5G connectivity at an ultra-affordable $199 price point
- →Large 5000 mAh battery provides excellent endurance
- →90Hz display refresh rate is smooth for the price class
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Pros
- Wireless charging added to iPhone for the first time
- Portrait Lighting effects for depth photography
- Powerful A11 Bionic chipset
- True Tone display technology
- Touch ID still preferred by many users
Cons
- Dated thick-bezel home button design
- Large bezels waste screen real estate
- Glass back cracks easily
- No headphone jack
- Overshadowed by iPhone X launch
Samsung Galaxy A14 5G
Pros
- 5G connectivity at an ultra-affordable $199 price point
- Large 5000 mAh battery provides excellent endurance
- 90Hz display refresh rate is smooth for the price class
- Two years of OS updates for a budget phone
- 50 MP main camera takes decent daylight photos
Cons
- PLS LCD panel has poor viewing angles and contrast
- Only 15W charging is very slow for the 5000 mAh battery
- No water resistance or IP rating
- Plastic build feels cheap and is prone to scratches
- Mediocre low-light camera performance
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 8 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A14 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 11 | Android 13 (One UI Core 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 202 g | 202 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Plastic frame and back |
| IP rating | IP67 | None |
| Dimensions | 158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm | 167.7 x 78.7 x 9.1 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8 |
| Front camera | 7 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.8, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Depth | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 256 GB | 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 2691 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired (adapter sold separately) | 15W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.5 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Retina IPS LCD | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2408 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 625 | 500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.39 GHz + 4x1.7 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (3-core) | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Chipset | Apple A11 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 700 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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