PHONE AiPhone 5c
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iPhone 5c vs iPhone 6 Plus
20 source-backed differences · 4 fields the same. Official sources below.
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PHONE A
PHONE BiPhone 6 Plus
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iPhone 5c has advantages in design & dimensions, while iPhone 6 Plus has advantages in battery.
Top Differences
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What Changed
Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.
4 in compared with 5.5 in
10 hours compared with 14 hours
A6 compared with A8
132 g compared with 172 g
16 GB, 32 GB compared with 16 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB
Full Comparison
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FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
Front cameraMinor difference1 official source1.2 MPUnknownFront camera changes affect selfies and video calls.
ApertureMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownƒ/2.2 apertureNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
TypeMarginal difference2 official sources1.2MP photos (1280 by 960)1.2-megapixel photosNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
Display sizeMeaningful difference2 official sources4 in5.5 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources1136-by-640-pixel resolution at 326 ppi1920-by-1080-pixel resolution at 401 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
TechnologyMarginal difference2 official sourcesRetina displayRetina HD displayNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
ChipMarginal difference2 official sourcesA6A8Newer silicon generally extends performance headroom.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
Video playbackMeaningful difference2 official sources10 hours14 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources4080No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources132 g172 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Depth mmMarginal difference2 official sources8.977.1No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources124.4158.1No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources59.277.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
Storage optionsMarginal difference2 official sources16 GB, 32 GB16 GB, 64 GB, 128 GBAvailable capacities determine local media and app headroom.
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 5c with iOS 7, Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic, Lightning to USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, DocumentationiPhone, Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic, Lightning to USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, DocumentationNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ReleaseYearMarginal difference1 official source20132014No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknownTouch ID, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
BluetoothMarginal difference2 official sourcesBluetooth 4.0Bluetooth 4.2The generation can affect accessory capabilities.
WifiMarginal difference2 official sources802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (802.11n 2.4GHz and 5GHz)802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-FiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 5ciPhone 6 PlusWhy it matters
OsMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknowniOSNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
What’s the same
Which should you buy?
iPhone 5c and iPhone 6 Plus trade strengths: iPhone 5c leads in Design, while iPhone 6 Plus leads in Battery.
- Choose iPhone 5c if you prioritize design.
- Choose iPhone 6 Plus if you prioritize battery.
Category-by-category
Leads in battery.
Leads in design.
Comparable across display.
Comparable across performance.
Comparable across other.
Comparable across connectivity.
Comparable across camera.
Comparable across software.
FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE
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