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iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14

iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14

iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14: A Detailed Comparison and the Benefits of Certified Pre-Owned from Plug

Introduction

The iPhone 15 has just been released, and it's undoubtedly a technological marvel. But how does it measure up to its predecessor, the iPhone 14? In this blog post, we'll compare the key features, similarities, and differences between these two flagship devices. Plus, we'll highlight why opting for a certified pre-owned device from Plug offers incredible value.

Design and Build

iPhone 15

  • Aluminum and glass construction
  • Ceramic Shield front cover
  • IP68 water and dust resistance

iPhone 14

  • Aluminum and glass construction
  • Ceramic Shield front cover
  • IP68 water and dust resistance

Both phones share almost identical build quality, featuring an aluminum and glass body, Ceramic Shield front cover, and IP68 water and dust resistance.

Display

iPhone 15

  • 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Wide Color (P3)

iPhone 14

  • 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display
  • HDR10 and Dolby Vision

While both devices sport the same display size, the iPhone 15 comes with minor improvements in display technology, making for a slightly better viewing experience.

Performance

iPhone 15

  • A16 Bionic chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 5-core GPU
  • 16-core Neural Engine

iPhone 14

  • A15 Bionic chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 4-core GPU
  • 16-core Neural Engine

The performance gains from the A16 Bionic chip in the iPhone 15 are tangible but not earth-shattering. Both chips offer stellar performance for all typical smartphone tasks.

Camera System

iPhone 15

  • Triple camera setup with advanced computational photography features
  • Night mode on all lenses

iPhone 14

  • Triple camera setup
  • Computational photography features
  • Night mode

The camera systems are quite similar, although the iPhone 15 offers some improvements in computational photography that can enhance your photo-taking experience.

Battery Life

The iPhone 15 offers slightly better battery life than the iPhone 14, thanks to the efficiency of the A16 Bionic chip.

The Plug Advantage: Why Choose Certified Pre-Owned?

  1. Affordability: Save a significant amount when you opt for a certified pre-owned device.
  2. Quality Assurance: Each device from Plug undergoes a rigorous quality check.
  3. Warranty: Enjoy a warranty on your certified pre-owned phone for added peace of mind.
  4. Sustainability: Choosing a pre-owned device is also an eco-friendly decision.

Conclusion

The iPhone 15 provides incremental improvements over the iPhone 14 in display, performance, and camera technology. However, the iPhone 14 remains a strong contender, especially for those looking to get a certified pre-owned device from Plug.

If you’re after the latest and greatest, the iPhone 15 is for you. But if you're seeking a balance of excellent features and value, especially when buying certified pre-owned, the iPhone 14 remains an excellent choice.

Stay tuned for more updates on the best deals in certified pre-owned electronics, only from Plug!

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Compare Specs

iPhone 15 (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $589.99 Regular price$829.99
iPhone 14 (Unlocked)
iPhone 14 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $449.99 Regular price$999.99
iPhone 15 (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $589.99 Regular price$829.99
iPhone 14 (Unlocked)
iPhone 14 (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $449.99 Regular price$999.99
Color Options

Black, Green, Yellow, Pink, and Blue

Blue, Purple, Yellow, Starlight, Midnight, Red

Display

Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display
Dynamic Island

Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display1
HDR display
2532-by-1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi
2,000,000:1 contrast ratio

Camera

Advanced dual-camera system (48MP Main and 12MP Ultra Wide)
Main: 48MP, ƒ/1.6 aperture
Ultra Wide: 12MP, ƒ/2.4 aperture
Sensor-shift optical image stabilization
.5x, 1x, 2x optical zoom options

Dual 12MP camera system (Main and Ultra Wide)
Main: ƒ/1.5 aperture
Ultra Wide: ƒ/2.4 aperture
Sensor-shift optical image stabilization
.5x, 1x optical zoom options

Video Recording

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (up to 4K HDR at 30 fps)
Action mode

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth

Power and Battery

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
MagSafe and Qi wireless charging

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
MagSafe and Qi wireless charging

5G Compatible

yes

yes