COMPARISION BETWEEN IPHONE 6 AND IPHONE 6 PLUS
It's easy to see how the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are different physically: the 6 Plus has a larger screen and is, overall, a larger device. Beyond that obvious difference, though, the things that distinguish the two models are more subtle—but that doesn't mean they're not important. Understanding exactly what those other differences are, and how they'll affect your use of each model, is important if you're planning to get one of the new models. This article will help you understand the 5 key ways in which the models differ to help you make an informed buying decision.
1. Screen Size and Resolution
The most obvious difference between the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus is the size of their screens. While the iPhone 6 sports a 4.7-inch screen that's a nice improvement over the 4-inch screen on the iPhone 5S and 5C, the 6 Plus upgrades the display even more. The 6 Plus has a 5.5-inch screen, making it a "phablet" and a close competitor to the iPad mini.
Not surprisingly, the 6 Plus has a different resolution, too: 1920 x 1080 vs. the 6's 1334 x 750.
Users looking for a combination of screen size and portability/feeling good in the hand will prefer the iPhone 6, while those seeking the largest possible display will enjoy the 6 Plus.
2. Battery Life
Because of its larger screen, the iPhone 6 Plus drains its battery faster—but its battery also offers much more capacity and a longer life. Check out these comparisons (all numbers in hours, based on information supplied by Apple):
Talk Time
iPhone 6 Plus: 14
iPhone 6: 14
Audio Time
iPhone 6 Plus: 80
iPhone 6: 50
Video Time
iPhone 6 Plus: 14
iPhone 6: 11
Internet Time
iPhone 6 Plus: 12
iPhone 6: 11
Standby Time
iPhone 6 Plus: 16 days
iPhone 6: 10 days
So, if a long-lasting battery matters to you, check out the 6 Plus. More »
3. Price
Because of its larger screen and improved battery (more on that in a minute), the iPhone 6 Plus carries a price premium over its sibling. While both models offer the same storage options—16GB, 64GB, and 128GB—the iPhone 6 costs US$199, $299, and $399 (with a two-year phone contract), while the 6 Plus rings up at $100 more per model: $299, $399, and $499.
4. Size and Weight
Because of the difference in screen size, battery size, and some internal components, weight is a key difference between the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 weighs in at 4.55 ounces (just 0.60 ounces more than its predecessor, the 5S), while the 6 Plus tips the scales at 6.07 ounces.
The physical dimensions of the phones are different, too. The iPhone 6 is 5.44 inches tall x 2.64 inches wide x 0.27 inches thick. The 6 Plus, on the other hand, is 6.22 x 3.06 x 0.28.
Neither is a huge difference, but if keeping your pockets or purse as light as possible is important to you, pay attention to this.
5. Camera: Image Stabilization
If you just look at the specs, the cameras on the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus appear to be identical. The back camera on both devices takes 8 megapixel images, 1080p HD video, and offers the same slo-mo features. The user-facing cameras both capture video at 720p HD and photos at 1.2 megapixels.
But there's one important element of the cameras that makes a big difference in the quality of the photos they take: image stabilization.
Image stabilization is a feature of cameras that helps reduce motion in the camera (say, the movement of your hand as you take the photo), improve focus, and overall deliver higher-quality images. There are two ways image stabilization can be delivered: hardware and software.
In software image stabilization, a program automatically tweaks photos to improve their look. Both phones have this. However, hardware image stabilization, which uses the phone's gyroscope and M8 motion co-processor to cancel out movement, is even better. Only the iPhone 6 Plus has this feature.
So, if taking the best possible photos is important to you, the 6 Plus is your best bet.