Difference Between iPhone 13 and 14

At least four new iPhone models, each with intriguing new features, are unveiled by Apple each year. However, the regular iPhone 14 this year isn't all that innovative compared to previous models; in fact, it's quite identical to the earlier iPhone 13.

There is an interesting quandary for anyone considering replacing an outdated iPhone at a time when many are attempting to avoid spending more money than they need.

One may save $100/£100 and get an iPhone that is a year older than the iPhone 14 but has many of the same capabilities as the more recent model, including a very similar chipset.

However, there are still noticeable distinctions that support the price difference.

Here is a comprehensive comparison of both models that you can use whether you already have an iPhone 13 and are thinking about upgrading to the most recent model or if you don't have either and therefore aren't sure which to buy.

The iPhone 14 is one of Apple's most recent models and follows the iPhone 13 from 2021, but how distinct are the two subsequent iPhone generations? As the follow-up to the well-liked iPhone 12, Apple revealed the iPhone 13 in 2021, including enhanced back cameras, extended battery life, the A15 Bionic CPU, and other features.

The iPhone 14, which starts at quite a rate of $799 for 128GB model, will probably become the most popular choice among customers as handsets that are more reasonably priced than the "Pro" versions but more fully equipped than the inexpensive iPhone SE.

iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 14

Camera

In comparisons like these, we don't typically start with the cameras, but that's by far the greatest change seen between iPhone 14 & iPhone 13. Like the iPhone 13, the iPhone 14 features two cameras on the rear.

However, the newer model has a quicker aperture (/1.5 as opposed to /1.6) and a bigger sensor on the primary camera, which improves overall performance in low-light shooting. The new Photonic Engine computational technology on the iPhone 14 also helps with features like the redesigned Foreground Blur in Portrait Mode and capturing greater information in difficult lighting conditions. The advancements in low light shooting don't simply translate to better photographs; they also reduce the amount of time you need to hold your iPhone steady while shooting a photo.

Iphone 13 camera sample:

Another option for taking videos is the Action Mode, which is intended to enhance stability when you are filming while moving. While other video features, like the Cinematic Mode that debuted with the iPhone 13, haven't quite taken off (we've never quite figured out how Cinematic Mode would be useful), this one works pretty well and is an feature that would matter to practically anyone.

Iphone 14 camera sample:

The iPhone 14's cameras are superior to the iPhone 13's in many ways than simply the rear cameras. Popularly improved on the front side of the iPhone 14 is the selfie camera, also known as the TrueDepth camera used mostly for FaceTime and Face ID.

A larger aperture and the addition of autofocus will help this camera operate better in low light. The iPhone 14 is a great option over the iPhone 13 if you use your phone primarily for photography for these reasons.

Internal Hardware

Apple's A15 Bionic chip powers each of the phones in this comparison, but they aren't identical. Since the A15 Bionic inside the iPhone 14 exactly the same as the one in the iPhone 13 Pro, it includes an additional GPU core.

Also, its important to take into account that the A15 Bionic within the iPhone 14 could benefit from the improved heat dissipation provided by the redesigned internal design. However, it won't really change how things are used on a daily basis. In benchmarking apps, you could see a very little performance change, but that's about it.

However, the iPhone 14 has a few physical characteristics that merit consideration. The first is called "Crash Detection," which determines whether you've been in a collision by using a new "high dynamic range" gyroscopic sensor as well as a high-g accelerometer.

This specific function will encourage you to check in on your well-being and, if you don't react within a predetermined window of time, will contact emergency authorities. Older iPhones probably won't be able to handle Apple's Crash Detection function as it makes use of the new sensors.

Emergency SOS is another brand-new function for the iPhone 14 series. In essence, it's a service that will assist you in using satellite communication to convey a message to emergency personnel. In order to communicate in places without cell service, according to Apple, the iPhones employ certain proprietary internals and software.

A free two-year membership to Apple's "Emergency SOS via satellite" program, that enables you to text emergency services even when you lack a phone signal, is included when you purchase an iPhone 14. It accomplishes this by establishing a connection with satellites orbiting the Earth. These satellites then communicate your messages and positions to back-on-Earth emergency personnel. This functionality won't likely function on previous iPhone models.

Design

Apart from a few minor differences, the designs of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 are quite identical. The iPhone 14's rear cameras have changed, making them protrude a little bit more from the device's back. As a result, the iPhone 14 won't be quite as flat as the iPhone 13 when placed side by side. Additionally, the keys have been significantly moved, so a cover for an iPhone 13 won't likely fit an iPhone 14.

The dimensions of the iPhone 14 are 5.78 inches (146.7 mm) by 2.82 inches (71.5 mm) by 0.31 inch (7.80 mm) and 6.07 ounces (172 grams)

The dimensions of the iPhone 13 are 5.78 inches (146.7 mm) by 2.82 inches (71.5 mm) by 0.30 inch (7.65 mm) and 6.10 ounces (173 grams)

The two phones also differ in terms of the available color finishes. The colors of the iPhone 13 are typically darker than those on the iPhone 14. For instance, the iPhone 14 offers a lighter shade of blue than the iPhone 13, which has a deeper shade. Even for the Product Red color for the iPhone 2022 seems brighter than normal. Purple has been substituted for pink as well.

From the exterior, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 appear to be exact replicas, however they differ significantly in terms of design. According to the iPhone 14's internal architecture, which Apple completely revamped, it is now simpler to remove the rear glass for repairs, as shown by iFixit's deconstruction.

The iPhone 14 is now the most easily repaired iPhone to date as a result. Although this won't affect how you operate the iphone on a daily basis, it does make the new iPhone simpler to hold onto for an extended period of time. Both employ the very same materials and have the same IP68 certification since the interior design variations have no impact on their longevity.

Battery

The improved A15 Bionic processor in the iPhone 14 also allows for increased performance from each battery charge. In tests conducted by Apple, the iPhone 14's battery life when watching films continuously was found to be roughly an hour greater than that of the iPhone 13 - 20 hours as opposed to 19 hours.

Both iPhones allow wireless charging through Qi and magnetic MagSafe, as well as quick charging via Lightning cable when using a 20W adaptor. Although an extra hour of battery life may not seem like much, if you commute an hour to and from work, it might mean the difference between your iPhone running out of juice and it lasting until you get home.

However, depending on how you use your iPhone, 20 hours may not be a reasonable estimate of battery life. The most crucial factor is almost certainly how long you must plug an iPhone in for in order to receive enough power to survive a day at work, and that is true for both iPhones: With a 20W adaptor, you can charge up to 50% in 30 minutes.

Storage

There is one more difference between the two iPhones that may not appear visible at first, but that should be taken into account. Although the starting capacity for both phones is 128GB, cost is still a concern. On the one hand, there's the iPhone 14 with 128GB of storage, which costs $799/£849. On the other, there's the iPhone 13, which costs $799/£859. For some people, greater capacity will be more important than the new functions the iPhone 14 offers.

However, how much storage do you actually require? You might not desire as much storage as you believe you do in light of services like iCloud and Apple Music, which we go into in more detail in a different piece. Thus, based on our experience, moving data between iPhones might be difficult if the new device's storage capacity is less than the previous one.

To Wrap Things Up

Two iPhone generations have never been so similar to one another before. Even when Apple would release a S version of the iPhone every subsequent year, there was a processing difference, but with the iPhone 14, Apple has increased the distance between the iPhone Pro and the regular iPhone. The iPhone 14 and its replacement, which will undoubtedly have the A16, might have processors that are one generation apart next year once more.

This isn't to claim that the new phone doesn't have a processing upgrade; in fact, the benchmarks show that the iPhone 14 has a chip that makes it more similar to a iPhone 13 Pro and faster than that of the iPhone 13. Simply said, it isn't a generation better.

The iPhone 14's enhanced camera features, including better (faster) low light shooting and the Action Mode, are what set it apart from the previous model. Contrary to Cinematic Mode, which debuted with the iPhone 13, Action Mode is unquestionably the flagship function and one that many users are likely to employ.

The sole benefit of upgrading to the iPhone 14 in our opinion is Active Mode, but it's a worthwhile benefit. If users rarely record videos or bother about Action Mode, one can settle with the iPhone 13 and save some money.