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iPhone 14 Plus
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Updated January 10, 2024·

The iPhone 14 Plus will save you some money, and if you're invested in the Apple ecosystem, it has iOS which works well with other Apple devices. Its camera offers Dolby Vision for video, but the Galaxy S23+ has higher camera resolution, potentially offering better details in photos and supports HDR10+ for video. The S23+ also boasts a marginally larger battery, which could mean longer usage between charges, plus it has a smoother 120Hz screen refresh rate compared to the 60Hz on the iPhone 14 Plus, making for a more fluid display. The Samsung phone features the newer Snapdragon processor which may provide better performance. However, the iPhone uses the Lightning connector, while the Galaxy S23+ has a USB-C port, which is more commonly used. Remember, the Samsung runs on Android, so if you favor or are used to Google's ecosystem, it might be the better choice for you. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Apple iPhone 14 Plus
  • The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy S23+.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S23+
  • Very good for taking photos
  • Good for recording videos

Key differences

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Video Quality

8.8
iPhone 14 Plus
Galaxy S23+
7.8
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus takes very good videos, while the Samsung Galaxy S23+ takes good videos.

Battery

9.3 Hours
iPhone 14 Plus
Galaxy S23+
8.7 Hours
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has 9.3 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has 8.7 hours of battery life.

Cost

$729
iPhone 14 Plus
Galaxy S23+
$1,000
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The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has a price of $729 and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ costs $1,000.
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Key similarities

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Overall Camera Quality

8.0
iPhone 14 Plus
Galaxy S23+
8.3
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ and Apple iPhone 14 Plus both have very good overall cameras quality.

Photo Quality

7.9
iPhone 14 Plus
Galaxy S23+
8.3
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Galaxy S23+ to have very good photos, while the Apple iPhone 14 Plus takes good photos.

Screen Size

The Apple iPhone 14 Plus has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is 6.6 inches.

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How the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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Apple iPhone 14 PlusSamsung Galaxy S23+
Apple iPhone 14 PlusSamsung Galaxy S23+

GENERAL

Price
$729
$1,000
Brand
AppleSamsung
Operating System
iOSAndroid
Release Date
October 7, 2022February 17, 2023

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.6"
Resolution
2778 x 12842340 x 1080
Variable refresh rate
NoNo
Pixels Per Inch
458390
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
A15SD8G2
Internal Storage
128 GB256 GB
RAM
6 GB8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
8.1/108.4/10
Photos Score
7.9/108.4/10
Videos Score
8.8/107.9/10
Rear Cameras
Main, UltrawideMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
12 megapixels + OIS50 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
9.3 Hours8.7 Hours
Battery Capacity
4325 mAh4700 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
15 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
NoYes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.33" x 3.07"6.21" x 3"
Weight
7.16 oz6.91 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesYes
Bluetooth Version
5.35.3
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
66e
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 77, 78, 79 (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 285

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlockFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
NoNo
Color
Blue, Purple, Yellow, Midnight, Starlight, RedGreen, Phantom Black, Cream, Lavender, Lime, Graphite
Stock Android
N/ANo
SD Card
NoNo

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Apple iPhone 14 Plus

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The Verge

Allison Johnson | October 2022
"If it’s time for an upgrade and you’ve been eyeing the big iPhone, but you’d rather get the best battery life possible than the very latest features, then the iPhone 14 Plus is for you. You get a significant boost in battery life, no matter what iPhone you’re upgrading from. That’s a combination of features that a lot of people will find appealing, and the 14 Plus delivers on its promises."

Samsung Galaxy S23+

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TechRadar

Axel Metz | March 2023
"Despite not boasting the same camera credentials as its pricier sibling, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus will remain a top-tier handset for several years thanks to its industry-leading processor and magnificent display. It may prove an attractive proposition for Galaxy newcomers in the market for a big-screen all-rounder."

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About Apple

The tech giant called Apple is synonymous with the most popular smartphone in the world: the iPhone. Known for their build quality and aesthetics, as well as for their excellent integration between hardware and software, iPhones have defined the smartphone industry ever since their conception and they continue to do so by setting new industry standards. Apple's own operating system, called iOS, is known for its simplicity and ease of use, and the company tends to complement it well by creating devices with some of the most powerful processing hardware available in the mobile world. The iPhone is also known for its robust ecosystem of accessories, as it facilitates a very seamless experience when interacting with other Apple products, more so than most of its competitors.

About Samsung

Samsung is one of the most recognizable names in the smartphone industry, standing as the undisputed best-selling brand of Android smartphones in the United States for many years now. Samsung is known for offering a variety of smartphones in all available price points, as well as for implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative features in their flagship devices, ones that often shape the market going forward. The company offers its own unique spin on Android, called One UI, which focuses on offering a multitude of features and is heavily customizable, according to user preference.

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