Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Apple iPhone 16e
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 11 Pro, the iPhone 16e is five years of updates on from it. The 16e has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the 11 Pro's 12MP, and only the 16e is a 5G phone; the 11 Pro maxes out at 4G. The 16e has the bigger battery of the two, 4005mAh against 3046mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 16e has the bigger screen, 6.1" against 5.8". If you're on the 11 Pro, the 16e 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 is the cheaper buy at £140 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Apple iPhone 16e
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
3.7 12 reviews |
| Screen | 5.8" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 1170 x 2532 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 463 | 457 |
| 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 | 4,005 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 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£22.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £139.99 | £359.00 |
| 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 16e?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e?
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 16e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 16e comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 16e use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 16e uses the Apple A18 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 16e?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 16e is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 167 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 16e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Apple iPhone 16e is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 16e run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.