Overall Score
74.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#169)74.9
Performance(#169)85.3
Camera(#873)50.6
Display(#887)85.5
Battery(#159)80.0
Build(#1903)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a sleek design with a glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and dimensions of 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm, weighing 203 grams.
- Its 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display offers a resolution of 1284 x 2778 pixels, supporting HDR10 and Dolby Vision with a peak brightness of 1200 nits.
- Powered by the A15 Bionic chipset, it delivers robust performance with a hexa-core CPU and a 5-core GPU, alongside 6GB of RAM across storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.
- The dual-camera system includes a 12 MP wide and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of 4K video recording and enhanced low-light performance with sensor-shift OIS.
- Battery capacity stands at 4323 mAh, supporting wireless charging and standard charging at 2.0W.
- Running on iOS 16, it is upgradable to iOS 18.5, providing a seamless software experience.
- Special features include 5G connectivity, stereo speakers, and a variety of color options such as Midnight and Purple.
- The device lacks a headphone jack but supports Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC.
- Overall, the iPhone 14 Plus combines premium design, high-quality display, and advanced camera capabilities.
- Its performance and software integration make it a strong contender in the smartphone market.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, September 07
Announced2022, September 07
DescriptionVersions: A2886 (International); A2632 (USA); A2885 (Canada, Japan); A2888 (China, Hong Kong); A2887 (Russia)Previously rumored as Apple iPhone 14 Max
Display
Size6.7"
TypeSuper Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution1284 x 2778 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density)
PPI1284
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCeramic Shield glass
Performance
ChipsetApple A15 Bionic (5 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard)
GPUApple GPU (5-core graphics)
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Front Camera12 MP
Front Camera Details12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAFSL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4323 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4323 mAh (16.68 Wh)
Charging DetailsWired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min15W wireless (MagSafe)15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Weight203 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight, Purple, Starlight, Blue, Red, Yellow
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM+ eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBLightning, USB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemiOS 16, upgradable to iOS 18.5
OS VersioniOS 16, upgradable to iOS 18.5
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo