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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 14

Quick answer

The iPhone 14 is the same size as the iPhone 17, 5 grams0.18 ounces lighter.

The iPhone 17 on Amazon (paid link) feels instantly smoother with its new chip, but the real change is how much longer it runs without charging. Apple sells it for $899 now, while the 14 (paid link) comes back renewed for much less. If you need the extra battery endurance, pay up for the newer phone; if your budget is tight, the older model still holds up.

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Easier one-handedSame

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Weight differenceNot noticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ounces14146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less172 grams, 5 grams less6.07 ounces, 0.18 ounces less

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, 14 146.7 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, 14 5.78 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, 14 71.5 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, 14 2.81 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, 14 7.80 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, 14 0.31 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, 14 172 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, 14 6.07 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone 14. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification1714
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches146.7 millimetres, 2.9 millimetres less5.78 inches, 0.11 inches less
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches71.5 millimetres, the same2.81 inches, the same
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches7.80 millimetres, 0.15 millimetres less0.31 inches, 0.01 inches less
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces172 grams, 5 grams less6.07 ounces, 0.18 ounces less
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches81.8 cubic centimetres, 3.2 cubic centimetres less4.99 cubic inches, 0.20 cubic inches less
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent86 percent, 4 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.1 inches, 0.2 inches less
Resolution1206 × 26221170 × 2532
Pixel density460 pixels per inch460 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
Rear main48MP12MP f/1.5
Rear ultra-wide—12MP f/2.4
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP f/1.9
ChipA19A15 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.30 hrs20 hrs
PortUSB-CLightning
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.3
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 – 512 GB128 – 512 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.799 dollars799 dollars, the same
ReleasedSep 2025Sep 2022
StatusCurrentDiscontinued

Dimensions

The iPhone 14 is 2.9 mm (0.11 in) shorter, 0.15 mm (0.01 in) thinner and 5 g (0.18 oz) lighter than the iPhone 17. The iPhone 17 measures 149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (5.89 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 177 g (6.24 oz). The iPhone 14 measures 146.7 × 71.5 × 7.80 mm (5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 172 g (6.07 oz).

Also compared with iPhone 17

Questions about these phones

How much bigger is iPhone 17 than iPhone 14?

iPhone 17 is 2.9 mm taller than iPhone 14 but has the same width. The depth difference is only 0.15 mm.

Is iPhone 17 heavier than iPhone 14?

iPhone 17 weighs 5 g more than iPhone 14. This weight difference is generally not noticeable.

What is the screen size difference?

iPhone 17 has a 6.3 inch display while iPhone 14 has a 6.1 inch display. The 0.2 inch difference is small.

Which phone is easier to use one-handed?

Both phones are rated as equally easy to use one-handed. An average adult hand can manage either size.

Will iPhone 17 fit in my pocket?

iPhone 17 fits in a typical men's jeans pocket but not a typical women's jeans pocket. iPhone 14 has the same pocket fit.

Is upgrading for size worth it?

Upgrading solely for size is not considered worth it between iPhone 17 and iPhone 14. The battery and chip improvements are the main benefits.