Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 11 Pro Max, the iPhone 16 is five years of updates on from it. The 16 has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the 11 Pro Max's 12MP, and only the 16 is a 5G phone; the 11 Pro Max maxes out at 4G. The 11 Pro Max packs the bigger battery, 3969mAh against 3561mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.5" against 6.1". If you're on the 11 Pro Max, the 16 is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 11 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £170 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 16 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 16
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 2556 x 1179 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 461 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 3,561 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 170 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£26.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £170.00 | £454.00 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 456 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £170.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 16 uses the Apple A18 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 56g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.