Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Apple iPhone 13

Our Verdict: The iPhone 13 is two years newer than the iPhone 11 Pro, and it shows in the specs. The 13 supports 5G while the 11 Pro tops out at 4G, and the 13 has the bigger screen, 6.1" against 5.8". The 13 is the lighter phone at 173g against 188g, and only the 13 has a water-resistance rating (IP68); the 11 Pro has none. The 13 is the better phone; upgrade from the 11 Pro if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.

Buying outright, the 11 Pro starts at £139 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.6
21 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen
5.8" 6.1"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED OLED
Resolution
2436 x 1125 2532 x 1170
Pixels Per Inch
463 457
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A15 Bionic
Battery
3,046 mAh 3,227 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/6
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
Weight
188 grams 173 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
- £12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£139.00 £199.00

Prices updated 19 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Pro Apple iPhone 11 Pro Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13
Expert Rating 4.6
21 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen 5.8" 6.1"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED OLED
Resolution 2436 x 1125 2532 x 1170
Pixels Per Inch 463 457
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A15 Bionic
Battery 3,046 mAh 3,227 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/6
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
Weight 188 grams 173 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts - £12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £139.00 £199.00
Prices updated 19 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?

The Apple iPhone 13 has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro's 5.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 463 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 13 has a OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 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 or Apple iPhone 13?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 13?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 use?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 13 uses the Apple A15 Bionic.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 13 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is more compact. It's 15g lighter at 173 grams, though the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm, the Apple iPhone 13 is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 13?

The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.