Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 11, the iPhone 13 Pro is two years of updates on from it. The 13 Pro supports 5G while the 11 tops out at 4G, and the 13 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the 11 tops out at 256GB. The 13 Pro has the sharper display at 457 PPI to 324, and the 13 Pro uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 11's LCD. Coming from the 11, the 13 Pro is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 11 is the cheaper buy at £119 SIM-free.
19 reviews 4.4
11 reviews
Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 19 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 828 x 1792 | 2532 x 1170 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 324 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Battery | 3,110 mAh | 3,095 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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 | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams | 204 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£18.00/mo
£9.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £119.00 | £269.99 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 13 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 11 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is more compact. It's 10g lighter at 194 grams, though the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 13 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.