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Light Phone III vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Light Phone III
Light
Light Phone III
7.5 / 10
Compass Score
From 5 critic reviews
Full review →
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

Phone III

This phone offers minimal distractions but might not meet all daily demands.

+
Good
+ Distraction-free design
+ Great call quality
+ Minimalist style
+ Responsive OLED screen
+ Useful built-in tools
−
Not
− Texting lacks autocorrect
− Music player limitations
− Limited app selection
− High price point
− Inconvenient setup process

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 Phone III means giving up most on: Camera zoom

Phone III
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
$699
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
OS
Custom
OS
iOS
Processor
Qualcomm SM4450
Processor
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Hexa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
6×
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
15W
Display
Monochrome
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
124g (4.4 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

Phone III
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
Phone III
4.2" × 2.8"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
6.3" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
Phone III
0.5"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
4.2" (106 mm)
Height
6.3" (160.7 mm)
Width
2.8" (71.5 mm)
Width
3.1" (77.6 mm)
Depth
0.5" (12 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7.9 mm)
Weight
124g (4.4 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Screen
3.92"
Screen
6.7"

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

Common questions

Phone III vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the Phone III or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 14 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 7.5 for the Phone III. That 1.5-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.
Which phone is more affordable, the Phone III or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The Phone III launches at $699, which is $400 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max at $1,099. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.
Should I buy the Phone III or the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Our critics' take on the Phone III: "This phone offers minimal distractions but might not meet all daily demands." 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 →