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Asus ROG Phone 8 vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Asus ROG Phone 8
Asus
Asus ROG Phone 8
8.4 / 10
Compass Score
From 30 critic reviews
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Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 51 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

ROG Phone 8

A powerful device that blends gaming prowess with everyday functionality but comes with a high price point.

+
Good
+ Top-tier performance
+ Bright display
+ IP68 certified
+ Improved camera setup
+ Air Trigger controls
−
Not
− High price point
− Audio downgraded
− Slightly bulkier
− Limited software updates
− Lacks microSD slot

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life.

+
Good
+ Stunning display
+ Dynamic Island feature
+ Powerful A16 chip
+ Long battery life
+ Excellent camera quality
−
Not
− High price
− Hefty and bulky
− No major design change
− eSIM only in US
− Lacks Wi-Fi 6E
Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper ROG Phone 8 means giving up most on: Camera zoom

ROG Phone 8
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
OS
Android
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Octa-core
Processor
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
6×
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
65W
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
15W
Wireless charging
15W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
225g (7.9 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

ROG Phone 8
iPhone 14 Pro Max
DxOMark v5
—
DxOMark v5
146
photo 143 · video 149
AnTuTu v10
—
AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
ROG Phone 8
6.4" × 3"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
6.3" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
ROG Phone 8
0.4"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
6.4" (163.8 mm)
Height
6.3" (160.7 mm)
Width
3" (76.8 mm)
Width
3.1" (77.6 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7.9 mm)
Weight
225g (7.9 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Screen
6.78"
Screen
6.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

ROG Phone 8 vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the ROG Phone 8 or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 14 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.4 for the ROG Phone 8. That 0.6-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Should I buy the ROG Phone 8 or the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Our critics' take on the ROG Phone 8: "A powerful device that blends gaming prowess with everyday functionality but comes with a high price point." On the iPhone 14 Pro Max: "Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →