Phone comparison - select the smartphones you want to compare

Size, thickness and weight

Everyone has their own idea of ​​the ideal display size. For some it is important that the phone easily fits into a jeans pocket, for others it is important to view photos. Returning to the compared models, we note that the screen size of the iPhone 7 Plus is larger than that of its opponent. Please note that smartphones differ in thickness and weight: iPhone 7 is slightly thinner and much lighter than its opponent.

In iPhone 7, Intel modems are 30 to 75 percent slower than Qualcomm

Apple has selected two suppliers of communication modules for the iPhone 7. On the one hand, this helps meet the increased demand for new smartphones, and on the other, it provides backup supplies in the event of a failure at one of the production facilities. However, experts have found that modems from different companies differ too much in their performance for the decision to purchase components from two suppliers to be called commendable. While devices with a Qualcomm chip provide a boost in data transfer speeds compared to the iPhone 6s, Intel products show 30% worse performance, and in some cases the differences can be as much as 75%. Despite Apple's claims of even faster mobile Internet in the iPhone 7, if you buy a device with an Intel modem, the transfer speed will not only be worse than that of smartphones with Qualcomm, but even lags behind the previous generation.

The Intel chip is used in the iPhone 7 series A1778 and A1784, and the Qualcomm modem is used in the A1660 and A1661 versions. To find out which modem is installed in your smartphone, you can look at the number on the back of the panel, or go to Settings, select the “Basic” section, then “About this device” and “Legal documents”, and then open the “Regulations” menu. Unfortunately, it is the “slow” A1784 series that is supplied to Russia, since in our country there are no networks that necessarily require a modem from Qualcomm. However, the A1660 and A1661 models brought from abroad and purchased unofficially in Russia can work fully.

What does this mean for buyers? Experts report that at signal levels close to the maximum, the data transfer speed in the three bands of LTE networks in devices with models from different manufacturers will not differ. But with a gradual weakening of the signal in laboratory conditions, the speed of the Intel modem began to decrease earlier and more significantly than that of an iPhone with a Qualcomm chip. At the same time, a similar picture was observed in the three tested LTE bands. However, experts note that Apple can improve the performance of Intel chips with software updates. It is possible that due to the publicity of differences in components and the quality of their work, a new version of the modem software is already being developed.

Screen

What conclusions can we draw? The iPhone 7 Plus dialed , and the iPhone 7 dialed 1.

Frame

One of the key differences between the models is the dimensions - the iPhone 7 Plus is 50 grams heavier, 0.2 mm thicker, 20 mm longer and 10.2 mm wider.

Both cases are water and dust resistant and are available in new Black and Black Onyx colours. By the way, regarding the “Black Onyx” color, there is a footnote on the official Apple website warning users about the possibility of noticeable scratches on the case (it is recommended to store the device in a case).

Processor frequency, memory capacity, operating time

The iPhone 7 is inferior to the iPhone 7 Plus in these parameters, but we haven't compared everything yet.

Comparison of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Which to choose

This year, Apple introduced two flagship smartphones: iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Find out the benefits of each to help you make your choice.

Screen

The iPhone 7 Plus has a larger screen than the iPhone 7, so it fits more information. On such a display it is more comfortable to read, play, view photos and videos.

High resolution and high pixel density make images on iPhone 7 Plus sharper and more detailed. Thanks to this, you can, for example, see more of the fine details in a photo without zooming in on it.

In addition, iPhone 7 Plus supports landscape mode, which allows you to work more efficiently with applications. Simply turn your smartphone horizontally and the interface will split into two parts, making it easier to access the main functions of the application.

Detailed comparison of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus screens:

Dimensions

A large screen means large dimensions. The iPhone 7 Plus is heavier, wider, and longer than the iPhone 7. It's not as comfortable to use on the go, especially with one hand, and it won't fit in every pocket. It is this criterion that often turns out to be decisive in choosing a smartphone.

To understand how large the diagonal will cause inconvenience, pay attention to your own experience of using a smartphone. How often do you use your phone on the go? Do you use one or two hands for this? Do you carry your smartphone in your pocket or bag? Answering these questions will help you decide whether the iPhone 7 Plus will fit into your lifestyle.

Performance

Both smartphones are powered by the Apple A10 Fusion processor, which is twice as powerful as the iPhone 6. However, the iPhone 7 has 2 GB of RAM, and the iPhone 7 Plus has 3 GB. Thanks to this, you can switch between more applications without worrying about any of them closing.

Cameras

Both smartphones shoot 12-megapixel photos and 4K video with optical stabilization.

However, the iPhone 7 Plus is additionally equipped with a second camera, which allows you to use 2x optical zoom and take such beautiful photos with the bokeh effect (the function will become available with the release of iOS 10.1):

2x optical zoom allows you to photograph objects from afar without losing quality. And the background blur effect makes portrait shots more impressive.

If you take photos often and pay a lot of attention to the quality of your photos, then you should take a closer look at the iPhone 7 Plus.

Working hours

Another advantage of the iPhone 7 Plus is that it lasts longer without recharging thanks to a battery with a capacity of 2900 mAh versus 1960 mAh for the iPhone 7. At the same time, the iPhone 7 Plus takes longer to charge, however, if you are used to charging your iPhone at night, this will not will be a disadvantage for you.

Detailed comparison of battery life in different conditions:

Prices

The difference in price between iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus with the same amount of memory is 11,000 rubles.

conclusions

iPhone 7 Plus has a number of advantages over iPhone 7:

• Larger and clearer screen;
• Longer battery life;
• The ability to take photos with double optical zoom and background blur effect.

However, their implementation required a larger case, which will not be convenient for everyone. To understand how comfortable the iPhone is in your hand, evaluate all the differences live and get help from consultants, come to any re:Store.

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Camera

Do you like to take pictures with your phone? Then this section will help you better decide on the choice of model.

Digital zoom allows you to shoot objects at a considerable distance; in this regard, the iPhone 7 Plus is superior to the iPhone 7. Also pay attention to the optical zoom option.

iPhone 7 vs Galaxy S7 – main camera

In good lighting, macro results are excellent on both devices. However, the picture on the iPhone 7 is warmer, but the detail is higher on the Galaxy S7. Again, high image sharpness is achieved through a well-thought-out image processing algorithm. Perhaps in future OS updates, the iPhone will also be able to take sharp photos.

Indoors, with sufficient lighting, the Galaxy S7 camera is slightly superior to the iPhone 7. This can be seen both in color rendition (the iPhone turns pink) and in the amount of noise (the Galaxy S7's picture looks very smooth).

If the lights are turned off and the room becomes dark, the iPhone 7 begins to give way to the Galaxy S7 even more. Photography from the iPhone 7 is very noisy and the detail of the image leaves much to be desired. In turn, the Galaxy S7 took a photo that is worthy of attention.

If you take pictures with competing smartphones on the street at night, the Galaxy S7 again turns out to be the leader. The Korean device has good color rendering, good focus and virtually no soap. Under the same shooting conditions, the iPhone 7 is noticeably inferior - the tree is out of focus, and the bark turns green.

Extra options

Take your time to make your choice. Each phone has additional parameters, here are some of them.

↑ Size comparison with Galaxy S7 Edge and OnePlus 3

The iPhone 7 Plus phablet is noticeably larger than the Galaxy S7 Edge, although their screen diagonal is the same. The Samsung smartphone is less than 8 mm taller than its competitor in height, and it is also approximately 4 mm narrower. The only advantage of Apple's phone is the thickness of its body. A similar situation is observed when comparing the sizes of the iPhone 7 Plus and OnePlus 3: the Chinese brand has made its product more compact, although not so thin.

The Apple iPhone 7 is lower and thinner than the Galaxy S7, although its diagonal is significantly smaller. It also loses to the “Korean” in terms of the volume of the built-in battery. The thickness of the Samsung flagship is 0.79 cm, the width of its body reaches 6.96 cm, and the height is 14.24 cm. OnePlus 3, naturally, loses to the seventh iPhone in all these parameters, but its screen is much larger.

conclusions

Let's summarize. For basic features, the iPhone 7 Plus got 10 likes from us, and the iPhone 7 got 3. But keep in mind that we didn't compare prices. Let us once again highlight the advantages of each phone:

Appearance

From the front, the devices are exactly the same, so if you don’t know about the difference in size, you may not understand what version of the iPhone 7 is in front of you. This, however, also applied to the previous generation model.

But there’s a surprise waiting in the back – the devices are different. The difference is that the iPhone 7 Plus has a dual camera module, while the iPhone 7 has a single camera. See for yourself: