iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Which iPhone 14 to Buy?

As you may already know, the first thing these two iPhone models have in common is their screen size, which is 6.7 inches, with almost exact dimensions and thickness. We will find out later that within this similarity in screen size, there is a difference.

In terms of appearance, the iPhone 14 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Plus have square edges and bezels. Perfect for holding your iPhone comfortably

Camera Similarities between the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

What about the cameras? Do they have anything in common? Yes, and more than meets the eye. This is what the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 14 Pro Max cameras have in common:

The same modes for professional quality videos: Cinematic Mode and Action Mode.
Same TrueDepth front camera with autofocus, 12MP photos, f/1.9 aperture.
4K video recording at 24, 15, 30 or 60 f/s with the same stabilisation.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: what's the difference?

Now that you know what they have in common, here's how these great iPhone models differ.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Design and display

While their screen size is the same, their features are different. The iPhone 14 Plus has 800 nits of brightness compared to the 2000 nits of the iPhone 14 Pro Max. The iPhone Pro Max has an Always-On display and ProMotion technology that makes gliding your fingers across the screen smoother.

And what about their appearance? Are they identical?
Here are the differences in their finish.

The iPhone 14 Plus features a glass and aluminium finish.
While the iPhone 14 Pro Max has the textured matte glass and stainless steel finish characteristic of the Pro models.

Another difference that may help make your mind up is the lightness of the iPhone 14 Plus compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. The iPhone 14 Pro Max is 37g heavier.

Also check out the differences between iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Pro , here.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Which iPhone 14 to Buy?

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Camera

Another major difference between the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 14 Pro Max can be found in their rear cameras.

The iPhone 14 Plus has a dual 12MP wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle camera.
The iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 48MP and 12MP triple camera with wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, telephoto and Macro Mode.

So, if photography is important to you, even on a professional level, you'll find the level of options and detail on the iPhone 14 Pro Max interesting.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Which iPhone 14 to Buy?

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max performance: chip and battery

Finally, you will be interested to know whether both models have the same level of performance. While both the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 14 Pro Max have excellent performance, in the iPhone 14 Pro Max, you'll find the latest, more advanced chip (A16 Bionic) versus the A15 Bionic in the iPhone 14 Plus. And, in turn, you will be able to enjoy all the features we have been telling you about for another 3 extra hours.

iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max Feature summary

As you will have seen throughout the article, both iPhone models are excellent options for choosing your new iPhone. This comparison chart shows all the similarities and differences between the iPhone 14 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Plus.

Features	iPhone 14 Plus	iPhone 14 Pro Max
Available sizes	6.7" screen	6.7" screen with Dynamic Island display
Screen refresh rate	60 times per second	120 times per second ProMotion Technology
Number of cameras:	Two 12MP cameras (wide-angle + ultra-wide-angle)	Three cameras: 48MP and 12MP (wide-angle + ultra-wide-angle + telephoto)
Ultra-wide-angle camera	Focal aperture f/2.4	Focal aperture f/2.2 with autofocus and macro photography
Wide-angle camera	Focal aperture f/1.5	Focal aperture f/1.7
Telephoto camera	No	Focal aperture f2.8 zoom x3
Action mode	Yes	Yes
LiDAR scanner	No	Yes
Chip	A15 Bionic	A16 Bionic
Storage	128GB, 256GB, 512GB	128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Battery life	26 hours	29 hours

Now you know all the differences between the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 14 Pro Max, have you chosen yours?

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