Apple iPhone 14 vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads — 65/100 vs 61/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger battery (4674 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
What makes Apple iPhone 14 better?
- Lighter: 172g vs 199g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8638 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 4674 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (86/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (47/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Apple iPhone 16 Plus, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus scores 4 points higher (65/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads (47/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (47/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A18 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1972476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 3431 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 8638 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1290x2796 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 4674 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 16 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads Apple iPhone 14 by 28.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (90/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (47/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus edges out the Apple iPhone 14 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus leads on performance (86/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power users.