Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 17

Our Verdict: Between iPhone 11 and iPhone 17, the question is how much the newer hardware matters to you. iPhone 17 is sharper at about 458 PPI versus 324, while iPhone 17 has the higher-resolution main camera, 48MP to 12MP; iPhone 17 stretches further on storage, topping out at 512GB rather than 256GB. The contract pricing strongly favours iPhone 11, making iPhone 17 the harder sell unless its extras matter to you. iPhone 17 is the choice for those specific extras, but iPhone 11 is easier to justify for most contracts.

Over a full contract, the 11 works out around £486 all-in, about £315 less than the 17.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
4.5
12 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 18 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A19 Pro
Battery
3,110 mAh 3,692 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 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/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm
Weight
194 grams 177 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) £29.99/mo (£59.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£119.00 £627.00

Prices updated 20 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 17 Apple iPhone 17
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
4.5
12 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 18 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A19 Pro
Battery 3,110 mAh 3,692 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 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/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm
Weight 194 grams 177 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
£29.99/mo
£59.00 upfront
SIM-free £119.00 £627.00
Prices updated 20 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 17
Apple iPhone 17

24 Months

256GB

Lavender

Refurbished

50GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £59 upfront.

Use code: IDM10OFF (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 17 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 17?

The Apple iPhone 17 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 17?

The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 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 17?

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 17?

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone 17 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 17 use?

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 17 uses the Apple A19 Pro.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 17?

The Apple iPhone 17 is the more portable of the two: it's 17g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm, and is slimmer at 7.95mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 17?

The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 17 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 17 run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.