Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Apple iPhone SE 2022
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $899 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads — 63/100 vs 52/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the bigger battery (4323 mAh vs 2018); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the stronger camera (133 vs 100); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Apple iPhone SE 2022
What makes Apple iPhone 14 Plus better?
- Bigger battery: 4323 vs 2018 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Better camera (67/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (61/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 203g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $899
- Better portability (91/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs the Apple iPhone SE 2022, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus scores 11 points higher (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads (37/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 Plus — 38/100, Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 30/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 75/100. In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Plus (91/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 Plus | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 4.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2778x1284 | 750x1334 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4323 mAh | 2018 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 100 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×78.1×7.8 mm | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2778x1284
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
- 4323 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone SE 2022, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (61/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (67/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (37/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 Plus (91/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus leads on camera score (67/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 Plus over the Apple iPhone SE 2022?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.