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If the history of the best iPhones has taught us anything, it's that you don'thaveto go Pro to get an ideal iOS experience. The regulariPhone 13 is currently Apple's best-selling handset, according to tech analysts Canalys. Not theiPhone 13 Pro oriPhone 13 Pro Max , but theiPhone 13 . 

With theiPhone 14 series , Apple is continuing to release a tier of phones that is just below the "Pro" line but more than capable for most consumers. If you can do without the flashy new camera features (like being able to directly crop frames from 4K footage) and, frankly, are not prepared to throw$1,000 at Apple, then the standardiPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus may be for you. Between the two, these are the key reasons to buy one over the other. 

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Specifications

	iPhone 14	iPhone 14 Plus
Display	6.1-inch OLED with 60Hz (1,200 nits)	6.7-inch OLED with 60Hz (1,200 nits)
Weight	6.07 oz (172 grams)	7.16 oz (203 grams)
Processor	A15 Bionic	A15 Bionic
Battery	Up to 20 hours of video playback	Up to 26 hours of video playback
RAM/Storage	4GB RAM with 128GB/256GB/512GB	4GB RAM with 128GB/256GB/512GB
Camera	12MP (f/1.5) Wide, 12MP (f/2.4) Ultra-wide, 12MP (f/1.9) front	12MP (f/1.5) Wide, 12MP (f/2.4) Ultra-wide, 12MP (f/1.9) front
Connectivity	WiFi 6, 5G, Satellite	WiFi 6, 5G, Satellite
Durability	IP68	IP68
Colors	Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, Product Red	Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, Product Red
Price	$799	$899

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You should buy the iPhone 14 if...

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1. You prefer a normal-sized phone

The iPhone 14 has a 6.1-inch OLED display, which boosts similar brightness levels (1,200 nits) and clarity as the larger iPhone 14 Plus. While the display quality is leveled, the iPhone 14 should be significantly easier and more comfortable to hold and use. The sizable difference is even more important if you plan on snapping your iPhone into a case.

2. You want the least expensive iPhone 14

Out of the fouriPhone 14 models that Apple announced today, the regular-sized iPhone 14 is the least expensive. The phone starts at$799, which puts it$100 less than the Plus variant and even more when compared to the Pro models. It'stheiPhone to buy if you want the latest hardware. 

3. You can't wait until October to buy the Plus

Both the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus can be pre-ordered starting on September 9, but while the regular 14 will officially be available on September 16, prospects eyeing the Plus model will have to wait until October 6. If you're in a time crunch and need the latest iPhone as soon as possible, then the regular-sized 14 is the better, more-timely choice. 

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You should buy the iPhone 14 Plus if...

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1. You prefer a large-sized phone

The iPhone 14 Plus has a 6.7-inch OLED panel that emits up to 1,200 nits of brightness; It's the biggest non-Pro iPhone to date. That makes the iPhone 14 Plus ideal if you work with large bodies of text, often find yourself zooming into pictures, or simply prefer large-screen phones. 
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2. You want the best iPhone battery life

The larger form factor lends itself to what Apple claims is "the longest battery life on an iPhone." Previously, you'd have to opt for the largest iPhone Pro model for major endurance gains. Not anymore. The iPhone 14 Plus, like Apple's previous battery champ, the iPhone 13 Pro Max, should see up to 28 hours of video playback. 

3. You live and breathe mobile entertainment

A larger screen is ideal if mobile entertainment is at the core of your mobile lifestyle. Whether you enjoy gaming on the go or often stream your favorite TV shows, the larger iPhone 14 Plus screen will deliver a greater and more immersive viewing experience than the smaller iPhone 14. The superior battery life makes it even better. 

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Open to other smartphone prospects? Consider these -recommended devices:

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