Apple iPhone 14 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 61/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,418,085); the Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 190g).
Apple iPhone 14
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Lighter: 172g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 72/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1418085
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 2303
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 5725
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 9 points higher (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 — 34/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (54/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1418085 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2303 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5725 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Apple iPhone 14
- Main: 12MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 14
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 14
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Apple iPhone 14 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Apple iPhone 14 by 55.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 14 was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (54/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 is a bit better (78/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Apple iPhone 14 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.