Choosing the right iPhone 14 storage size isn’t about picking the biggest number. It’s about picking the right fit for you.
With four models, the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max, and up to four storage options, there’s plenty to think about. Whether you’re snapping holiday pics, editing 4K content, or just streaming Spotify and scrolling TikTok, there’s a size that works without overpaying.
Here’s the full breakdown.
iPhone 14 & iPhone 14 Plus: Storage Options
128GB
256GB
512GB
iPhone 14 Pro & iPhone 14 Pro Max: Storage Options
128GB
256GB
512GB
1TB
No expandable storage here, so what you buy is what you live with. But with cloud storage, you’ve got options if you ever need more space.
🔹 128GB — Best for Everyday Use
128GB is now the base option across the iPhone 14 range — and for most people, it’s plenty.
Ideal for:
Social media, email, everyday apps
Light photo and video use
People who stream music and shows instead of downloading them
iCloud users who back up photos & files
Why it works:
Handles essential apps and thousands of photos with no issue
No need to worry about cloud syncs, it all runs smoothly
Most budget-friendly option
📌 Good to know: If you’re buying a 14 Pro or Pro Max specifically for video work (especially ProRes), 128GB might be limiting. ProRes recording is capped at 1080p on this size.
🔸 256GB — Best All-Rounder
For most users who want space to breathe without maxing out their budget, 256GB is the safe middle ground.
Ideal for:
Mobile gamers
People who film short videos regularly
Families who use one phone as a photo album
Users keeping media offline while travelling
Why it works:
You can shoot 4K video without worrying about running out of space
Great for people who want to hold onto their phone for 3+ years
More flexibility with apps, downloads, and backups
🎯 Pro tip: This is the real sweet spot for most people using their iPhone for a mix of personal, work, and creative tasks.
🔶 512GB — Best for Content Creators & Power Users
This is where things get serious. 512GB gives you a lot of room for creative and professional use.
Ideal for:
Vloggers, filmmakers, and social media creators
People who edit video or shoot in ProRAW/ProRes
Business users who store large files and apps
Travellers who don’t want to rely on cloud or Wi-Fi
Why it works:
You can film entire events in 4K without clearing space
Keeps performance snappy, even when storage is near full
Great resale value later on
📸 If you use your iPhone like a DSLR, this is probably your starting point.
🟣 1TB — Best for Professionals
Available on iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max only, 1TB is the top tier. And unless you know you need it, you probably don’t.
Ideal for:
Professionals filming in 4K ProRes daily
On-the-go editors who use their phone like a hard drive
Users replacing cameras + laptops with one phone
Zero reliance on iCloud or external backups
Why it works:
You never have to delete anything
You can treat your phone like a portable studio
Perfect if you’re travelling, working remotely, or managing large-scale projects
🧠 Worth noting: It’s more expensive. so only go for it if you’re genuinely using the phone as a daily tool for work.
Quick Summary: What Storage Size Should You Choose?
Here’s a handy infographic to break it all down:
128GB – Everyday use, streamers, cloud-based users
256GB – Hybrid work/personal users, casual content makers
512GB – Creators, travellers, people who shoot in 4K
1TB – Filmmakers, pro editors, business on-the-go
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More storage isn’t always better, it depends on how you use your phone. If you’re mostly in the cloud and not filming hours of 4K footage, 128GB or 256GB is probably fine. But if you’re using your phone for content, work, or long-term travel, bigger makes sense.
Whatever size you need, buy it refurbished from The Big Phone Store and save money without sacrificing quality. Every iPhone 14 we sell comes with:
✅ 12-month warranty
🔋 85%+ battery health
📦 Fast delivery
🔄 30-day returns
Pick your storage. Keep your budget. Get your iPhone 14 today.
Find your perfect model ((at a better price)) with The Big Phone Store.
