Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone SE (2022)
Our Verdict: There's 2011 years between the iPhone 11 and the iPhone SE (2022), so the iPhone SE (2022) is ahead on most things. Only the SE (2022) is a 5G phone; the 11 maxes out at 4G, and there's more battery in the 11, 3110mAh to 2018mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The 11 has the bigger screen, 6.1" against 4.7", and the SE (2022) is the lighter phone at 144g against 194g. If you're on the 11, the SE (2022) is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
The SE (2022) is the cheaper one to own: around £307 over a typical contract, £179 less than the 11.
19 reviews 3.9
10 reviews
Prices updated 11 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11
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Apple iPhone SE (2022)
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 19 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 4.7" |
| Display | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 828 x 1792 | 1334 x 750 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 324 | 326 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 7 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Battery | 3,110 mAh | 2,018 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB |
| 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 | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams | 144 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP67 - Dust and water resistant |
| Contracts |
£18.00/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£8.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £119.00 | £91.00 |
| Prices updated 11 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone SE (2022) cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is cheaper on contract at £307.16 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £69.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 11 has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone SE (2022)'s 4.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 324 pixels per inch, and both use IPS LCD panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) has a 12 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 SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £91.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) comes in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone SE (2022) use?
The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone SE (2022) is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 144 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?
The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone SE (2022) run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.