Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16
Our Verdict: The iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 16 are five years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 16 has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and only the 16 is a 5G phone; the 11 Pro maxes out at 4G. The 16 packs the bigger battery, 3561mAh against 3046mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 16 has the bigger screen, 6.1" against 5.8". Coming from the 11 Pro, the 16 is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 11 Pro starts at £140 SIM-free.
21 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Apple iPhone 16
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 5.8" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 2556 x 1179 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 463 | 461 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,046 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 | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 170 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
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| SIM-free | £139.99 | £478.99 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 16 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 both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro 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 or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 16 use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro 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 or Apple iPhone 16?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is more compact. It's 18g lighter at 170 grams, though the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 16?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, 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 and Apple iPhone 16 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.