The iPhone 14 was released in September 2022 as part of Apple’s line up that included the iPhone 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max. Even though Apple has since released newer devices, the iPhone 14 still stands strong in 2025, and for good reason.
Although Apple has released other gadgets with incredible fresh features over the years, the iPhone 14 remains a strong, effective, and appealing choice. Let’s explore in more detail why the iPhone 14 is still a good option in 2025.
Design
The design of the iPhone 14 isn’t all that different from that of the iPhone 13, yet it still feels and looks quite high-end and new. It has a slim notch display, a glass back, and an aluminium frame that add elegance.
Design specs:
- Height: 5.78 inches
- Width: 2.82 inches
- Depth: 0.31 inches
- Weight: 6.07 ounces
- Frame: Aerospace Grade aluminum
- Front and Back: Glass with Ceramic Shield front
Color options include:
- Midnight (Black)
- Starlight (White)
- Blue
- Purple
- Yellow
- Product Red
The iPhone 14’s appearance is still impressive in 2025, and its durable design ensures that you’re getting an aesthetically pleasing and strong device.
Performance
The iPhone 14 comes powered with the same Bionic Chip as the iPhone 13. The A15 Bionic chip, but with a 5-core GPU, which makes it slightly better than the regular iPhone 13. It can handle the regular apps like TikTok, Instagram, and so on. As well as games and heavy workloads easily. It is also still eligible for all
the latest iOS updates.
So, whether you’re gaming, editing, or creating content, the iPhone 14 in 2025 won’t let you down.
Performance specs:
- A15 Bionic chip (5 core GPU, upgraded version)
- 6 core CPU
- 4GB RAM
- Storage options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Camera Quality
Cameras are one of the biggest reasons people upgrade iPhones, and the iPhone 14 delivers great camera quality, especially for social media, content creation, and daily photography.
It features a dual 12MP camera system (wide and ultrawide) with better low light performance than the iPhone 13, Photonic Engine for improved detail and color, and cinematic mode for beautiful video.
Rear Camera specs:
- 12 MP main wide lens (f/1.5 aperture)
- 12 MP ultrawide lens (f/2.4 aperture)
- Sensorshift optical image stabilization
- 2x optical zoom out, 5x digital zoom
- Photonic Engine for improved lowlight shots
- Smart HDR 4, Deep Fusion, and Night Mode
- Cinematic Mode (4K at 30 fps)
- 4K video recording at 24 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
- 1080p slow mo at 120/240 fps
Front Camera (Selfie/Video calls):
- 12 MP TrueDepth camera
- f/1.9 aperture (better low light)
- Autofocus for sharper selfies
- 4K video recording
- Cinematic Mode & Photonic Engine
Even in 2025, this is one of the best cameras for its price segment.
Battery
The iPhone 14 battery has better software and chip efficiency than the iPhone 13. On a full charge and at optimal battery health, the phone can go through a full day on a single charge. Before buying a fairly used one, it is important to always check battery health and aim for at least 85% and above. In other cases it is best to replace the batteries.
Battery specs:
- 3,279 mAh battery
- Up to 20 hours of video playback
- Fast charge capable (50% in 30 minutes with 20W adapter)
- MagSafe wireless charging support
Display
The breathtaking 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display on the iPhone 14 is vivid, colourful, and crisp. Even in 2025, this screen seems high-end whether you’re browsing, gaming, or streaming Netflix.
Display specs:
- 6.1inch OLED display
- 2532 x 1170 resolution (460 ppi)
- HDR10 and Dolby Vision support
- True Tone & Haptic Touch
- Up to 800 nits brightness (peak 1200 nits for HDR)
Affordability
In Nigeria, the price of an iPhone 14 can range between ₦600,000 to ₦680,000, depending on the storage size and condition.
In the US, you’ll find it between $450 to $520 for a good condition used or refurbished one. Considering all its specs, performance and design, it’s a solid value buy if you don’t have enough money for an iPhone 15 or 16.
Conclusion
If you’re in the market for a powerful iPhone that won’t drain your wallet in 2025, the iPhone 14 is one of the smartest choices you can make.
Here’s why it still stands out:
- Blazing-fast A15 Bionic chip (5-core GPU) for smooth performance
- Vibrant and sharp OLED display that makes everything look stunning
- Upgraded dual cameras with Cinematic Mode for professional-looking photos and videos
- Long-lasting battery with MagSafe support, so you stay powered all day
- -Sleek, premium design that still looks and feels like a new model
The iPhone 14 delivers everything you need from speed to style, and performance at a price that makes sense. Whether you’re upgrading from an older iPhone or making the switch from Android, this is a device that won’t just meet your expectations, it’ll exceed them.