Comparing Features: iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max

The main difference between the two large Apple screens this year lies in the Dynamic Island cutout replacing the previous Notch. Along with that, the Apple A16 Bionic processor and premium design with stainless steel edges are exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Meanwhile, the iPhone 14 Plus is equipped with the Apple A15 Bionic chip, a design similar to the standard version, and basic aluminum edges. Despite these differences, there are still many similar features present on both of these special iPhones.

Matching 6.7-inch Displays

Arguably, the most important common point between these two iPhones is their 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display. This provides users with a spacious and comfortable viewing experience for displayed content compared to the 6.1-inch versions.

Simultaneously, the OLED panel delivers high brightness and deeper blacks, displaying sharp images with high resolution for fantastic and immersive entertainment moments. The large screen also enhances gaming or watching, making it more vibrant and realistic.

Distinguishing the Differences: iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 14 Plus

The disparity between the two large-screen iPhones is substantial, especially as the iPhone 14 Pro Max is equipped with an improved screen panel, boasting a brightness of up to 1600 nits for HDR content and 2000 nits for outdoor use. In contrast, the iPhone 14 Plus features an OLED display with a maximum brightness of 1200 nits, similar to its predecessors.

Common Upgrades on iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Plus

The satellite phone connectivity feature enables iPhones to send emergency SOS messages quickly and conveniently, especially in areas where traditional towers may not provide coverage. Moreover, the iPhone 14 series this year allows users to register for satellite phone calls, though this feature is currently available only in the U.S. and Canada.

Additionally, both the iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 14 Plus are equipped with an auto accident detection feature based on sensors, working in conjunction with the Apple Watch to provide the most accurate predictions. Upon detection, the iPhone 14 will activate emergency calling capabilities.

Both iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max utilize the same TrueDepth camera system on the front. The front camera system on both devices has been enhanced with automatic focusing and larger sensors, capturing more light to deliver high-quality photos even in low-light conditions.

Both models are equipped with water-resistant capabilities, adhering to the IP68 standard, providing users with added peace of mind. The IP68 water-resistant standard ensures that iPhones can be submerged up to 6 meters for a maximum duration of 30 minutes.

Shared Features on iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max offer nearly equivalent storage capacity options, both featuring 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The only slight difference is that the Pro version includes an additional 1TB storage option.

• 2x Optical Zoom: This feature proves highly effective in real-life scenarios when users want to capture distant subjects. The 2x optical zoom allows you to take photos from a greater distance while maintaining absolute quality and stability.
• Photonic Engine: This technology improves lighting in low-light conditions, combining hardware and software to deliver the highest-quality images, especially in pitch-dark night skies. Importantly, this technology stands apart from the night mode of some current iPhone models.
• Deep Fusion: Introduced by Apple in 2019, this impressive portrait photo capture technology operates based on the Neural Engine (an artificial intelligence processing unit) integrated into the chip. With this technology, captured images exhibit high detail and reduced noise even in low-light conditions.
• Smart HDR: This feature has been present since the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. When the phone has Smart HDR, the quality of captured images significantly improves, especially when taking group photos with the front camera.
• Portrait Mode: With portrait mode, you can create a better depth-of-field effect for selfie photos on the iPhone. It determines the appropriate camera placement to capture a sharp subject against a blurred background.
• Portrait Lighting: This feature allows the photographer to add various lighting effects with different angles and intensity, enabling the creation of high-quality portrait photos akin to those taken by professional photographers.
• Night Mode: When you activate this mode on the iPhone, your phone will start capturing a series of photos with different exposure levels. The iPhone's processing power then works to optimize the best image from that series.
• Photographic Styles: This feature allows users to customize filters on the iPhone camera or apply them after capturing a photo.
• Cinematic Mode with 4K@30fps: Cinematic mode enables the creation of cinematic-quality videos with professional bokeh effects. These effects highlight specific subjects in the video with a quality of up to 4k@30fps.
• Action Mode: This feature utilizes the entire sensor to help you shoot videos with high stability, even stabilizing as if your iPhone were mounted on a gimbal.

Another interesting aspect is that both of these iPhone models do not support physical SIM cards for products sold in the U.S. market.

Diverse Color Options between iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max

The iPhone 14 Plus comes in a range of colors including Midnight, Purple, Starlight, Blue, and Product Red. Product Red holds a special touch as when customers choose this color, Apple contributes to a fund dedicated to ending AIDS.

On the other hand, the iPhone 14 Pro Max offers users four color choices, one more than its predecessor, the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Your color options include Space-black, Silver, Gold, and Deep Purple.

Both iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max share many intriguing similarities, don't they? The entire iPhone 14 series is expected to be available in the Vietnamese market, and you can explore the anticipated prices in the image below.