Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Performance
81.7
93.0 ★
Camera
40.0
80.0 ★
Battery
66.0
76.0 ★
Gaming
75.4
94.5 ★
Overall
69.7
87.6 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
93.0/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
94.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
87.6/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.90"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Resolution
1284x2778
1320x2868
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
RAM
6 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide)
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4323 mAh
4685 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
Lightning, USB 2.0
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in)
Weight
203g
227g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame
Colors
Midnight, Purple, Starlight, Blue, Red, Yellow
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 87.6/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 14 Plus puts up a strong fight with a score of 69.7/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Pros
- Strong performance
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (227g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 87.6/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 94.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max offers better value at PKR 480,999 with a value score of 0.8.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 14 Plus costs PKR 409,999 while Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max costs PKR 480,999. The price difference is PKR 71,000.
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