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Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB) vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 14C vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 16 Plus X Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB) 09Points
6.88"
IPS

720x1640

13
MP

5mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5160
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
34Points Apple iPhone 16 Plus (256GB) Compare Xiaomi Redmi 14C X
6.7"
OLED

1290x2796

48
MP

12mp

8GB
RAM

Hexa-core

4674
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)} 9 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB) vs iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)} 34 Advantages Apple iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+6.88"3%
Larger screen
vs6.7"
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
vs2300000 apps (App Store)
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5160 mAh10%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs4674 mAh
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.4 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.3 + A2DP/LE
2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)vs+3.78GHz 64bit Hexa-core (3nm)54%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
8GB LPDDR4Xvs+8GB LPDDR5XAdvantage
This RAM type is better and more efficient.
eMMC 5.1vs+NVMe (SSD)Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
204 grams (7.14 ounces)vs+199 grams (6.97 ounces)3%
Lighter
8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)vs+7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)5%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass front, plastic or leather backvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT IPS LCDvs+Super Retina XDR OLEDAdvantage
Super Retina XDR OLED display is brighter and more vivid
Not supportedvs+Dolby Vision/HDR10Advantage
The Dolby Vision/HDR10 display provides vibrant colors and more details
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
720x1640 pixelsvs+1290x2796 pixels2 times
Higher resolution screen
260 PPIvs+460 PPI77%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(dual camera) 13MP + 0.08MPvs+(dual camera) 48MP + 12MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.6 (aperture)13%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 5MPvs+(dual front camera) 12MP + 0.3MP144%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
4G LTE-Avs+5G mmWaveAdvantage
The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbpsvs+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps16 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Virtual proximity sensorvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
18Wvs+30W67%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
Not supportedvs+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
1 microphonevs+3 microphones2 times
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Ceramic ShieldAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)vs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

17 Common items in both devices
256GB (220GB available) / 256GB (230GB available)
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
BSI sensor
HDR photo on both cameras / HDR photo/video on both cameras
Capacitive
Multitouch
+10 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
ModelRedmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Other model namesRedmi 14C 4G China 2411DRN47CiPhone 16 Plus (A3290, A3082, A3289, A3291)
Country or region availableChina
China
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiApple
Release date1/29/2025, Announced: 12/30/20249/20/2024, Announced: 9/9/2024
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)77.8 x 171.88 millimeters (3.06 x 6.77 in)77.8 x 160.9 millimeters (3.06 x 6.33 in)
Weight204 grams (7.14 ounces)199 grams (6.97 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass front, plastic or leather backAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDSuper Retina XDR OLED
Screen size6.88" inches6.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~88% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1640 pixels1290x2796 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)260 PPI460 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedCeramic Shield
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features450nits[typ], 600nits[peak]
Always-On Display
Touch Sampling Rate: 240Hz
1000nits[typ], 2000nits[peak]
Dolby Vision/HDR10
Oleophobic coating screen
True-tone
Wide color gamut

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
System versionAndroid 14iOS 18
Firmware updateAndroid 15feature not registered
User InterfaceHyperOSfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12nm)64bit: Apple A18 (3nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Hexa-core, 2 processors:
2x 3.78GHz P-Core (Dual-core)
4x 2.1GHz E-Core (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MC2 (950MHz)A18 GPU (5-core)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 246255 (v10)AnTuTu: 1539646 (v10)
Geekbench: 7988 (v6.0)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X8GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage256GB (220GB available)
eMMC 5.1
256GB (230GB available)
NVMe (SSD)
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps5000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat20
VoLTE
A3290 (International):
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 53, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53)
A3082 e-SIM only (USA):
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53)
A3289 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA):
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 53, 66, 71
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53)
A3291 No e-SIM (China):
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedA3290 (International):
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79)
A3082 e-SIM only (USA):
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79)
mmWave (258, 260, 261)
A3289 (Canada, Mexico, EMEA):
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6)
A3291 No e-SIM (China):
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
Secondary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
13 megapixels
0.08MP depth f/3.0
(dual camera)
48 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.213mm120ยฐ0.7ยตmPDAF
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.6 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.56" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1ยตm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@30fps4K@24/25/30/60fps
1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps
Dolby Vision HDR (60fps)

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Front camera (secondary)5 megapixels(dual front camera)
12 megapixels
0.3MP SL 3D
Front camera resolution2592x1944 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered23mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.6" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
Dolby Atmos
Spatial Audio 3D
Active noise cancellation1 microphone3 microphones
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.4 + A2DP/LE5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Virtual proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity5160 mAh4674 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 1.0
30W Wired fast charging
4.5W Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supported25W Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy42 hours (1.8 days)feature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

โž• Other features

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, Green, Silverโ€ข Colors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
โ€ข Apple Intelligence
โ€ข Apple Pay
โ€ข Face ID
โ€ข MagSafe

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Redmi 14C (China 256GB/8GB)iPhone 16 Plus (256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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