Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone SE (2022)

Our Verdict: iPhone 11 is the more convincing choice on specs, with a larger 6.1-inch screen and a larger 3,110mAh battery rating. iPhone SE (2022) answers with 5G support where iPhone 11 tops out at 4G and a lighter 144g body, so it still has a clear role. SIM-free pricing favours iPhone SE (2022) at £91.00 versus £118.00, while contract totals favour iPhone SE (2022) at about £307.16. In short, iPhone 11 suits feature-led buyers and iPhone SE (2022) suits tighter budgets.

The SE (2022) is the cheaper one to own: around £307 over a typical contract, £179 less than the 11.

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
£114.00 £90.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone SE (2022) Apple iPhone SE (2022)
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 £114.00 £90.00
Prices updated 27 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 SE (2022)
Apple iPhone SE (2022)

24 Months

64GB

Midnight

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£8.99 per month, £69 upfront.

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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 £90.00.

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.