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iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone SE (3rd generation)

26 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

✓Both records verified · latest Aug 19, 2026

Market

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iPhone 14 Plus product view

PHONE A

iPhone 14 Plus

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iPhone SE (3rd generation) product view

PHONE B

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

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Direct answer

iPhone 14 Plus has advantages in battery, rear cameras, performance, while iPhone SE (3rd generation) has advantages in design & dimensions.

Top Differences

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✓35 registry fields

Streamed video hours20 → 10

Display size6.7 in → 4.7 in

Outdoor brightness800 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdr → 625 nits typical

Video playback26 hours → 15 hours

Weight203 g → 144 g

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Streamed video hoursiPhone 14 Plus

20 compared with 10

Display sizeDifferent, with no automatic winner

6.7 in compared with 4.7 in

Outdoor brightnessDifferent, with no automatic winner

800 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdr compared with 625 nits typical

Video playbackiPhone 14 Plus

26 hours compared with 15 hours

WeightiPhone SE (3rd generation)

203 g compared with 144 g

Full Comparison

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✓35 registry fields

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

Ultra Wide cameraMarginal difference1 official source12 MPUnknownHigher resolution can preserve more detail in wide scenes.

Front cameraMinor difference2 official sources12 MP7 MPFront camera changes affect selfies and video calls.

ApertureMarginal difference2 official sourcesƒ/1.9 apertureƒ/2.2 apertureNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

TypeMarginal difference2 official sources12MP camera7MP cameraNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

VideoMarginal difference1 official source4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fpsUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

Display sizeMeaningful difference2 official sources6.7 in4.7 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.

Outdoor brightnessMeaningful difference2 official sources800 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdr625 nits typicalHigher outdoor brightness improves sunlight readability.

HdrMeaningful difference1 official sourceYesUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2778-by-1284-pixel resolution at 458 ppi1334-by-750-pixel resolution at 326 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

TechnologyMarginal difference2 official sourcesSuper Retina XDR displayRetina HD displayNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

Video playbackMeaningful difference2 official sources26 hours15 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.

Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 15 with 20W adapter or higher paired with USB-C charging cable (available separately)Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes 11 with 20W adapter or higher (sold separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.

Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources10050No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

Streamed video hoursMajor difference2 official sources2010No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

WeightMeaningful difference2 official sources203 g144 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.

Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources7.87.3No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources160.8138.4No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources78.167.3No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

Storage optionsMarginal difference2 official sources128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.

ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 14 Plus, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones, which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone SE, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with this iPhone. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

RatingMarginal difference2 official sourcesRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529Rated IP67 (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensorsTouch ID fingerprint sensor, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

BluetoothMarginal difference2 official sourcesBluetooth 5.3Bluetooth 5.0The generation can affect accessory capabilities.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

U.S. SIMMarginal difference2 official sourcesDual eSIM onlyDual SIMSIM format determines carrier setup and travel flexibility.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

Gpu coresMarginal difference2 official sources54No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

FieldiPhone 14 PlusiPhone SE (3rd generation)Why it matters

CellularMarginal difference2 official sources5G sub-6 GHz and mmWave5G sub-6 GHzNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

ChipA15 Bionic

Main camera12 MP

Cpu cores6

Neural engine cores16

NfcYes

WifiWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

ConnectorLightning

ReleaseYear2022

Which should you buy?

iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone SE (3rd generation) trade strengths: iPhone 14 Plus leads in Battery, Camera and Performance, while iPhone SE (3rd generation) leads in Design.

CHOOSE IPHONE 14 PLUS

Choose iPhone 14 Plus if you prioritize battery, camera and performance.

CHOOSE IPHONE SE (3RD GENERATION)

Choose iPhone SE (3rd generation) if you prioritize design.

Category-by-category

BATTERY · iPhone 14 Plus

Leads in battery.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone SE (3rd generation)

Leads in design.

REAR CAMERAS · iPhone 14 Plus

Leads in camera.

PERFORMANCE · iPhone 14 Plus

Leads in performance.

DISPLAY · Comparable

Comparable across display.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

CONNECTIVITY · Comparable

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REGIONAL VARIANTS · Comparable

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CELLULAR · Comparable

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FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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