Category Breakdown
Camera
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Main sensor resolution
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iPhone 14
Battery capacity (3,279 mAh)
WinsCharging
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Wired charging speed
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iPhone 14
AnTuTu benchmark (817,125 pts)
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Screen size
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iPhone 14
Total weight (172g)
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iPhone 12 Pro
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (9.5/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | iPhone 12 Pro | iPhone 14 |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.1" | 6.1" | |
| 1,170 × 2,532 | 1,170 × 2,532 | |
| Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| 60Hz | 60Hz | |
| 1,200 nits | 1,200 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Triple | Dual | |
| 2x | — | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Face ID, accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Face ID, Ultra Wideband (UWB) support Emergency SOS via satellite (SMS sending/receiving), accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | |
| 596,244 | 817,125 | |
| 6 GB | 6 GB | |
| 512 GB | 512 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 2,815 mAh | 3,279 mAh | |
| 20W | 20W | |
| 15W | 15W | |
Build | ||
| 189g | 172g | |
| 7.4mm | 7.8mm | |
| Stainless steel frame and glass | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame | |
| IP68 | IP68 | |
| Mid-Range | Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Apple iPhone 14
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Apple iPhone 12 Pro
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Apple iPhone 14
Highest resolution main camera.