Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 15 Pro looks like the better equipped phone thanks to the sharper 461ppi display, a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera and storage up to 1TB. For buying upfront, Apple iPhone 11 is listed at £118 next to Apple iPhone 15 Pro's £399.98. Pick Apple iPhone 15 Pro for the richer hardware, or Apple iPhone 11 if the cheaper route fits your budget better.

Over a full contract, the 11 works out around £486 all-in, about £376 less than the 15 Pro 5G.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
4.3
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
IPS LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
828 x 1792 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch
324 461
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A17 Pro
Battery
3,110 mAh 3,274 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano 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/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight
194 grams 187 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) £68.67/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£119.00 £419.00

Prices updated 19 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
4.3
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display IPS LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 828 x 1792 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch 324 461
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A17 Pro
Battery 3,110 mAh 3,274 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano 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/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight 194 grams 187 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
£68.67/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £119.00 £419.00
Prices updated 19 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 11
Apple iPhone 11

24 Months

64GB

Green

100GB

Data

£18 per month, £9 upfront.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Apple iPhone 15 Pro

12 Months

256GB

Natural Titanium

Refurbished

30GB

Data

£68.67 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 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 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses the Apple A17 Pro .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 15 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 15 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.