Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 11 Pro Max, the iPhone 16 Plus is five years of updates on from it. The 16 Plus has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and only the 16 Plus is a 5G phone; the 11 Pro Max maxes out at 4G. The 16 Plus packs the bigger battery, 4674mAh against 3969mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 16 Plus has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.5". If you're on the 11 Pro Max, the 16 Plus 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 £180 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 2796 x 1290 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 460 |
| 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 | 4,674 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 | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 199 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 | - |
£32.79/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £510.00 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", 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 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus 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 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses the Apple A18 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is more compact. It's 27g lighter at 199 grams, though the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
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 Plus 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 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.