Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
Our Verdict: The iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro Max came out side by side, the Pro Max as the top model and the 11 as the more basic one. There's more battery in the Pro Max, 3969mAh to 3110mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Pro Max has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.5" against 6.1" and sharper at 456 PPI. The Pro Max goes up to 512GB of storage, where the 11 tops out at 256GB, and the Pro Max uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 11's LCD. Get the Pro Max if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the 11 covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the 11 starts at £109 SIM-free.
19 reviews 4.6
17 reviews
Prices updated 14 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11
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Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 19 reviews |
4.6 17 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.5" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 828 x 1792 | 1242 x 2688 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 324 | 456 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) |
| Battery | 3,110 mAh | 3,969 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams | 226 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£18.00/mo
£9.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £109.00 | £169.99 |
| Prices updated 14 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper display at 456 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max 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 or Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max comes in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 194 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.