Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Apple iPhone 17e
Our Verdict: The iPhone 17e is six years newer than the iPhone 11 Pro, and it shows in the specs. The 17e has a far higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the 11 Pro's 12MP, and the 17e supports 5G while the 11 Pro tops out at 4G. The 17e packs the bigger battery, 4005mAh against 3046mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the 17e has the bigger screen, 6.1" against 5.8". Coming from the 11 Pro, the 17e is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 11 Pro starts at £139 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 20 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Apple iPhone 17e
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
3.9 11 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 A19 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,046 mAh | 4,005 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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 | 169 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£25.99/mo
£0.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £139.00 | £549.99 |
| Prices updated 20 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e?
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 17e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 17e comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 17e use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 17e uses the Apple A19 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Apple iPhone 17e?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 17e is lighter but the Apple iPhone 11 Pro is more compact. It's 19g lighter at 169 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 17e?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Apple iPhone 17e is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 17e run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.