iPhone 14 Pro VS iPhone 14 Pro Max: comparison and differences

What changes

Above all, the size

Impossible to miss; The iPhone 14 Pro Max is bigger compared to the iPhone 14 Pro. To be more precise, we calculated here that it is 1.32 cm taller and 0.61 cm taller in width. The thickness, however, is the same, but you’ll still find it more difficult to hold the larger model in your hand than others without slipping. You should support it with your little finger at minimum.

Heavy

Logically, with a bigger smartphone, bigger mass. This was confirmed in terms of weight with 34 g scale more for the iPhone 14 Pro Max. This may not be significant knowing that the two phones weigh over 200g each, but when you add in the protective shell it starts to take effect.

iPhone 14 Pro Max VS iPhone 14 Pro: screen

Again, you won’t be surprised to learn that the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s screen is larger than the iPhone 14 Pro. Apple often talks about 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches, but in reality it’s a bit more subtle. Indeed, the iPhone 14 Pro boasts a diagonal 6.12 inches (without taking into account rounded corners). Similarly, we only reach 6.69 inches with the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Pixel density, on the other hand, is identical: 460ppi. As for the definition, it is 2,796 x 1,290 pixels on the iPhone 14 Pro Max compared to 2,556 x 1,179 pixels on the iPhone 14 Pro. Therefore, comfort is very similar in terms of imaging, but for games or movies, it’s more enjoyable to have the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

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But also: the price

Unsurprisingly, Apple is also offering much better prices with the iPhone 14 Pro, as the screen is the most expensive part of the phone. Here are the official prices at the Apple Store:

• 1,329 euros for the iPhone 14 Pro (128GB)
• 1,459 euros for iPhone 14 Pro (256 GB)
• 1,719 euros for iPhone 14 Pro (512 GB)
• 1979 euros for iPhone 14 Pro (1 TB)
• 1,479 euros for the iPhone 14 Pro Max (128GB)
• 1,609 euros for the iPhone 14 Pro Max (256 GB)
• 1,869 euros for the iPhone 14 Pro Max (512 GB)
• 2,129 euros for iPhone 14 Pro Max (1 TB)

Autonomy

The iPhone 14 Pro Max also lasts longer according to Apple, which is true under real conditions. You might think that the screen consumes more, it’s true. But the battery is also larger, compensating for the higher energy expenditure. To understand it, this video comparison Sir who is the boss on YouTube it’s self-explanatory:

What hasn’t changed

iOS 16 on iPhone 14 Pro and on iPhone 14 Pro Max

Now let’s move on to similarities. If Apple brings a lot of new features to iOS 16, it turns out that they are all integrated into the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max: there are no notable differences here. We are talking specifically about the best Dynamic Island arrival of the year and which replaced the notch, accident detection or the possibility of merging their duplicate contacts.

The update is available on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max simultaneously.

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Same photo and video capabilities

With this, Apple has integrated the same photo sensor on the back of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. French photography specialist DxOMark tested the beast and got identical results on both fronts, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max rank behind the Google Pixel 7 Pro and Huawei Mate 50 Pro.

In terms of pure specs, know that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are actually on offer three sensors different behind. The first is a telephoto lens (ƒ/2.8 aperture and 12 megapixels), which produces better close-up shots compared to the main wide-angle lens (ƒ/1.78 aperture and 48 megapixels). To this is added a final lens, an ultra wide-angle (ƒ / 2.2 aperture and 12 megapixels), to capture expansive landscapes. The rendering, at first glance, is similar to the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. And no one will take out a microscope to compare.

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Same performance

Apple has integrated the same chip under the hood of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, it’s no surprise to see them getting very similar results at full power. By doing benchmarks that enable all processor cores, we can see that the application Geekbench 5 earned almost identical ratings with both devices. 1,874 points for iPhone 14 Pro, compared to 1,872 points for iPhone 14 Pro Max. The differences are minimal and negligible at this scale.

iPhone 14 Pro storage

Whether you choose iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max, you can choose 128 GB, double, 512 GB or 1 TB of internal storage.

iPhone 14 Pro © Apple

in short

Why choose iPhone 14 Pro?

You guessed it from reading this comparison; The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max at first glance look very similar. However, The iPhone 14 Pro definitely stands as the better budget option. What’s more, it’s a more compact smartphone that’s certainly better suited for the tiniest hands. For us, this is the best price/performance ratio compared to other iPhone 14s available. The iPhone 14 Pro is versatile, tough, fast and suitable for all uses, especially for those who love beautiful shots.

For whom to choose the iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The iPhone 14 Pro Max, for its part, has the advantage of choice: its size. Unparalleled convenience when you are looking for a widescreen, being able to show you details that are ultimately more visible than the 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro. If you are used to processing files Google Sheets or Numbers on the fly, then this is the template for you.

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In terms of autonomy, the iPhone 14 Pro Max is also the iPhone that lasts the longest on a single charge. Again, those who are used to traveling long distances should take this into account when making their choice. In short, the iPhone 14 Pro Max does everything better than the others, even if you have to pay the price.

Which one is the strongest?

On paper, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are included similar performance. However, with accurate measurements, there really are some differences, however, this is quite hidden, because the manufacturer has integrated as much RAM as possible into both models. Note, however, that the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s chip has to work harder to process graphic information, which could prove to be an important detail in the long run.

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Which has the best battery life?

The official iPhone 14 Pro Max lasts until twenty nine hours successive video playback. For the iPhone 14 Pro, the numbers are limited twenty three hours. To be checked according to your habits, of course.

Which is the cheapest?

The iPhone 14 Pro is more affordable at 150 euros for base models. The gap does not change with other storage capacities. Finally, be aware that there is also a difference in price in the event of a repair at the Apple Store: it will also be more expensive with the iPhone 14 Pro Max.