Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 16 Pro comes out ahead for headline specs, bringing the larger 6.3-inch screen, the sharper 458ppi display and a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera. If you are paying in one go, Apple iPhone 11's £118 price is easier to justify than Apple iPhone 16 Pro's £549.99. Use Apple iPhone 16 Pro as the upgrade choice and Apple iPhone 11 as the budget-led alternative.

The 11 is the cheaper one to own: around £486 over a typical contract, £438 less than the 16 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
IPS LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
828 x 1792 1206 x 2622
Pixels Per Inch
324 458
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A18 Pro
Battery
3,110 mAh 3,582 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/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm
Weight
194 grams 199 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) £37.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£119.00 £589.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
4.2
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display IPS LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 828 x 1792 1206 x 2622
Pixels Per Inch 324 458
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A18 Pro
Battery 3,110 mAh 3,582 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/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm
Weight 194 grams 199 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
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £119.00 £589.99
Prices updated 25 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 16 Pro
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Desert Titanium

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£37.29 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 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 16 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 16 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses the Apple A18 Pro.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16 Pro?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 11 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 194 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro 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 16 Pro run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.