Apple launched the iPhone 14 Pro in India in September 2022 at Rs 1,29,900 for 128 GB. It replaced the notch with the Dynamic Island, a pill-shaped cutout that expands into live notifications for timers, music, calls and navigation. It was the first iPhone with an always-on display and the debut of the A16 Bionic chip.
The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with ProMotion scales from 1Hz to 120Hz and reaches very high outdoor brightness. The stainless steel frame and textured matte glass feel premium, but the 206 g weight makes it dense for its size. Performance from the A16 Bionic was class-leading, and the phone remained cool in most workloads.
The main camera moved to a 48 MP quad-pixel sensor with a 2x crop mode, joined by a 12 MP ultrawide and 12 MP 3x telephoto. ProRAW at 48 MP gave photographers more flexibility, and video quality set the standard against the Galaxy S22 Ultra and Pixel 7 Pro. Battery life is good for a full day, while charging remains slower than most Android flagships.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 129,900 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | September 2022 |
| Segment | Flagship |
| Display | 6.1-inch, Super Retina XDR OLED, LTPO, ProMotion, 120Hz, 1179 x 2556 |
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic |
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 48 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide + 12 MP 3x telephoto |
| Front camera | 12 MP with autofocus |
| Battery | 3200 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired, wireless |
| Software at launch | iOS 16 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 206 g |
| Colours | Space Black, Silver, Gold, Deep Purple |
What we like
- Dynamic Island and always-on display
- 48 MP main camera with ProRAW
- Class-leading video
- Fast A16 Bionic
What could be better
- Heavy for its size
- Slow charging
- Expensive in India
- Lightning port with USB 2 speeds
Who should buy it
Buyers who want a compact iPhone with the best cameras and display Apple offered in 2022.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (September 2022). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.