Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 17e

Our Verdict: iPhone 17e brings the more convincing case for display sharpness, with the sharper 457 PPI display and a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera. iPhone 11 is still worth choosing for contract value, helped by the lower contract price from £18/mo and the cheaper SIM-free price from £109.99. The sensible choice depends on whether you want the more practical deal or the phone with the more relevant hardware edge.

The 11 is the cheaper one to own: around £486 over a typical contract, £170 less than the 17e.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
IPS LCD Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
828 x 1792 1170 x 2532
Pixels Per Inch
324 457
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A19 (3 nm)
Battery
3,110 mAh 4,005 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/6
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
Weight
194 grams 169 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) £25.99/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£119.00 £549.99

Prices updated 20 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone 17e
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display IPS LCD Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 828 x 1792 1170 x 2532
Pixels Per Inch 324 457
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A19 (3 nm)
Battery 3,110 mAh 4,005 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/6
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
Weight 194 grams 169 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
£25.99/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £119.00 £549.99
Prices updated 20 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 11
Apple iPhone 11

24 Months

64GB

Green

100GB

Data

£18 per month, £9 upfront.

Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone 17e

24 Months

256GB

Soft Pink

25GB

Data

Exclusive Deal Details

£25.99 per month, with FREE phone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.1", the Apple iPhone 17e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 17e has a Super Retina XDR OLED.

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

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

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 17e?

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

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

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 17e uses the Apple A19 (3 nm).

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

The Apple iPhone 17e is the more portable of the two: it's 25g lighter at 169 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

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

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

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

Both phones run Apple iOS.