13+ 5G vs 14 5G
It depends
Too close to call outright
These two are within 4 points overall, so it depends on you: keep phones for years → 14 5G (supported until Mar 2029); want maximum speed → 13+ 5G (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy).
Value Score: 13+ 5G 70 · 14 5G 74 — methodology
The lifespan decider
When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.
Category by category
Both displays are effectively the same class.
Performance is a wash — same chip tier.
The 13+ 5G has the stronger camera system (2 real rear lenses vs 1).
6,000mAh vs 5,000mAh — the 14 5G lasts longer between charges.
The 14 5G is supported until Mar 2029 — 7 months longer than the 13+ 5G.
Overall value goes to the 14 5G at $5.26 per month of safe use.
Full spec table
| Spec | 13+ 5G | 14 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Price (street) | $215 | $175 |
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, HDR10+ | 6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, up to 2000 nits |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB | 6GB/8GB/12GB |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB/512GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 45W wired with bypass charging |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main, 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP main, 2MP depth |
| Dimensions | 161.7 x 74.7 x 7.6 mm | 163.1 × 75.7 × 8 mm |
| Weight | 185 g | 196 g |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68/IP69 |
| Supported until | Sep 2028 | Mar 2029 |
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