Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Our verdict: Visuals favour the Apple iPhone 16 Pro — it's both bigger at 6.3" and sharper at 458 PPI. For photography, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads with a 48MP main camera. Portability goes to the Apple iPhone 11 at 194g. Durability favours the Apple iPhone 16 Pro with its higher IP68 water-resistance rating.

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
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
£37.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£109.99 £539.99
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
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 £37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £109.99 £539.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

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 £109.99.

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.