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iPhone 14 vs OnePlus 5T: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 14 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 66.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2022

iPhone 14

iPhone 14
67/ 100
Launch price$799
Oneplus · 2017

OnePlus 5T

OnePlus 5T
67/ 100
Launch price$499
Head-to-head

iPhone 14 wins 2 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 14
iPhone 14
2 wins
OnePlus 5T
OnePlus 5T
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 14OnePlus 5T
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    72
    72
  • CameraiPhone 14
    72
    68
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryTie
    58
    58
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityiPhone 14
    68
    53
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueOnePlus 5T
    68
    80
Key differences
  • OnePlus 5T has the bigger battery3,300 mAh vs 3,279 mAh
  • OnePlus 5T has a sharper main camera16 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 14 has the bigger screen6.1" vs 6.01"
  • OnePlus 5T is lighter162 g vs 172 g
  • OnePlus 5T launched cheaper$499 vs $799
  • OnePlus 5T has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 14 has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • iPhone 14 has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 14
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy OnePlus 5T
  • ✓10 g lighter (162 g vs 172 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$300 cheaper at launch ($499 vs $799)
  • ✓Bigger 3,300 mAh battery (+21 mAh)

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 14OnePlus 5T
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeSuper Retina XDR OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.1"6.01"
Resolution & Density2532x1170 (460 ppi)2160x1080 (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Brightness1,200 nits peak500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A15 Bionic (5nm)Not listed
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (5-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 16Android 7.1.1
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB64GB / 128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 14 Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.5, OIS, Sony IMX70316 MP, f/1.7, Sony IMX398
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.4N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.916 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 OnePlus 5T Lightest Chassis
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm156.1 x 75 x 7.3 mm
Weight172 g162 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity3,279 mAh3,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20W wired fast charging20W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth5.35.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-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$799$499
Our verdict

iPhone 14 wins — BeastScore 66.8/100

The iPhone 14 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.1" vs 6.01") and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5). The OnePlus 5T is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 3,279 mAh).

Buy iPhone 14 if you want

Brighter screen: 1,200 nits vs 500 nits

Buy OnePlus 5T if you want

Lighter: 162 g vs 172 g (10 g less) · Lower launch price: $499 vs $799

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 14 or OnePlus 5T?

The iPhone 14 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.1" vs 6.01") and newer Bluetooth (5.3 vs 5). The OnePlus 5T is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (3,300 mAh vs 3,279 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 14 66.8/100, OnePlus 5T 67.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 14 and OnePlus 5T?

iPhone 14 has a 6.1-inch display and 3279 mAh battery. OnePlus 5T has a 6.01-inch display and 3300 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 14 and OnePlus 5T compare for speed?

iPhone 14 scores 72/100 for performance; OnePlus 5T scores 72/100.

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