Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Our Verdict: There's five years between the iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 16 Plus, so the iPhone 16 Plus is ahead on most things. The 16 Plus leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 11 Pro's 12MP, and the 16 Plus supports 5G while the 11 Pro tops out at 4G. The 16 Plus packs the bigger battery, 4674mAh against 3046mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 16 Plus has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 5.8". Coming from the 11 Pro, the 16 Plus is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 11 Pro is the cheaper buy at £140 SIM-free.
21 reviews 4.2
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Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 5.8" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 2796 x 1290 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 463 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,046 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 | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£32.79/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £139.99 | £510.00 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" 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 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro 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 or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
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 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro 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 and Apple iPhone 16 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro 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 or Apple iPhone 16 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 188 grams, it's also 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 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, 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 and Apple iPhone 16 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.