Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone SE (2020)
Our Verdict: The iPhone SE (2020) is 2009 years newer than the iPhone 11 Pro Max, and it shows in the specs. There's more battery in the 11 Pro Max, 3969mAh to 1821mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 11 Pro Max has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.5" against 4.7" and sharper at 456 PPI. The 11 Pro Max offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the SE (2020), and the SE (2020) is the lighter phone at 148g against 226g. If you're on the 11 Pro Max, the SE (2020) is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the SE (2020) starts at £70 SIM-free.
17 reviews 4.2
25 reviews
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.2 25 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 4.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Retina HD display |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1334 x 750 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 326 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 7 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 1,821 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 148 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP67 - Dust and water resistant |
| Contracts | - |
£7.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £159.00 | £69.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Apple iPhone SE (2020)'s 4.7", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper display at 456 pixels per inch versus 326, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone SE (2020) has a Retina HD display.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone SE (2020) has a 12 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 SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £69.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone SE (2020) comes in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone SE (2020) use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone SE (2020) uses the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone SE (2020) is the more portable of the two: it's 78g lighter at 148 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone SE (2020) run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.