Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone 17e
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19; launch prices were $899 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads — 63/100 vs 59/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger battery (4323 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Apple iPhone 17e
What makes Apple iPhone 14 Plus better?
- Bigger battery: 4323 vs 3600 mAh
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 21/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 5753
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 203g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs the Apple iPhone 17e, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus scores 4 points higher (63/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads (37/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 Plus — 38/100, Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (37/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Plus (83/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Apple iPhone 17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A19 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 2156126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3692 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 9454 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2778x1284 | 2556x1179 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4323 mAh | 3600 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 24 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | iOS 19 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×78.1×7.8 mm | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2778x1284
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- 4323 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Apple iPhone 14 Plus by 34.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 17e was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 61/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (37/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Plus (83/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Apple iPhone 17e — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 Plus over the Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.