Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 15 Plus
Our Verdict: If you've got the iPhone 11, the iPhone 15 Plus is four years of updates on from it. The 15 Plus 5G leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 11's 12MP, and only the 15 Plus 5G is a 5G phone; the 11 maxes out at 4G. The 15 Plus 5G packs the bigger battery, 4383mAh against 3110mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the 15 Plus 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.1" and sharper at 460 PPI. The 15 Plus 5G is the better phone; upgrade from the 11 if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
The 11 is the cheaper one to own: around £486 over a typical contract, £359 less than the 15 Plus 5G.
19 reviews 4.2
12 reviews
Prices updated 19 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11
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Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 19 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 828 x 1792 | 1290 x 2796 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 324 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,110 mAh | 4,383 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 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 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams | 201 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 |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £119.00 | £349.00 |
| Prices updated 19 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper on contract at £486.00 over the life of the deal from £18.00 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 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 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
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 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 15 Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 194 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Plus?
The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 15 Plus run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.