Apple iPhone 14 vs Apple iPhone 17e

The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19; estimated prices are $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 34/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17e has the bigger battery (3600 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,085,000 vs 1,359,000).

The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Apple iPhone 14 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14
Performance 28
Display 0
Camera 67
Battery 0
Design 85
Value for money 55
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
What makes Apple iPhone 14 better?

  • Better camera (67/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2085000 vs 1359000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3610 vs 2252
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 5608
  • Bigger battery: 3600 vs 3279 mAh
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 163g vs 172g
  • Cheaper: $599 vs $799

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 85/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Apple iPhone 17e, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 4 points higher (38/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (59/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 14 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (96/100 vs 85/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 14: The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for everyday use.
Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 17e
Processor Apple A15 Bionic Apple A19
AnTuTu 1359000 2085000
Geekbench Single 2252 3610
Geekbench Multi 5608 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.1" OLED
Resolution 1170x2532 2556x1179
Refresh rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 3279 mAh 3600 mAh
Charging 15W 20W
Wireless charging 0W 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 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm
Weight 172 g 163 g
Price $799 $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14
  • Main: 12MP
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
67
camera
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1170x2532
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14
  • 3279 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 14 and Apple iPhone 17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 14 Apple A15 Bionic
34/100
1359000 AnTuTu
Apple iPhone 17e Apple A19
38/100 +34.8%
2085000 AnTuTu

Apple iPhone 17e leads Apple iPhone 14 by 34.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 14
$799
Apple iPhone 17e
$599

Price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper by $200.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (59/100 vs 28/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17e and the Apple iPhone 14 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (96/100 vs 85/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 17e?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e?

The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Apple iPhone 17e — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 17e?

The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Apple iPhone 17e?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Apple iPhone 17e?

The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.