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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) vs iPhone 14 Plus: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 69.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Apple · 2024

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
70/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Apple · 2022

iPhone 14 Plus

iPhone 14 Plus
69/ 100
Launch price$899
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) wins 3 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
3 wins
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Plus
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)iPhone 14 Plus
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedApple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
    80
    72
  • CameraiPhone 14 Plus
    60
    72
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryApple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
    78
    70
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityApple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
    95
    68
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has the bigger battery4,685 mAh vs 4,325 mAh
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) charges faster27W vs 20W
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has a sharper main camera48 MP vs 12 MP
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has the bigger screen6.86" vs 6.7"
  • iPhone 14 Plus is lighter203 g vs 227 g
  • iPhone 14 Plus launched cheaper$899 vs $1,199
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs Apple A15 Bionic
  • Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)
  • ✓Bigger 4,685 mAh battery (+360 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.86" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iPhone 14 Plus
  • ✓24 g lighter (203 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$300 cheaper at launch ($899 vs $1199)
  • ✓12 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2)iPhone 14 Plus
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeAM-OLED displaySuper Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.86"6.7"
Resolution & Density1320x2868 (460 ppi)2778x1284 (458 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion60 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,000 nits peak1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Apple A15 Bionic (5nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Apple GPU (5-core)
Operating SystemiOS 18iOS 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1000GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 14 Plus Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX90312 MP, f/1.5, OIS, Sony IMX703
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.4
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.912 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 14 Plus Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163 x 77.6 x 8.25 mm160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight227 g203 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,685 mAh4,325 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast charging20W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless charging15W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0USB-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1199$899
Our verdict

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) wins — BeastScore 69.8/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 69.8 vs top rival 69.2 and Larger battery capacity: 4,685 mAh (+360 mAh more).

Buy Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 69.8 vs top rival 69.2 · Larger battery capacity: 4,685 mAh (+360 mAh more)

Buy iPhone 14 Plus if you want

Lighter body: 203g (24g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $899 (save $300)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) or iPhone 14 Plus?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) leads with an overall BeastScore of 69.8/100 compared to iPhone 14 Plus (69.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 69.8 vs top rival 69.2 and Larger battery capacity: 4,685 mAh (+360 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) and iPhone 14 Plus?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) has a 6.86-inch display and 4685 mAh battery. iPhone 14 Plus has a 6.7-inch display and 4325 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) and iPhone 14 Plus compare for speed?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 5G A3296 Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 1TB (Apple iPhone 17,2) scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 14 Plus scores 72/100.

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