Apple iPhone 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE suit different priorities. The Samsung is stronger for display quality, helped by a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 385 PPI display, and its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, while the iPhone is better suited to a lighter 194g body and a 4.5/5 expert-review average from 19 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. Choose the Samsung for display quality; choose the iPhone if portability matters more.

The iPhone 11 is the cheaper one to own: around £470 over a typical contract, £230 less than the S24 FE.

Expert Rating
4.5
19 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
828 x 1792 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
324 385
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Battery
3,110 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight
194 grams 213 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
£14.00/mo (£79.00 upfront) £54.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£119.99 £249.00
Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 11 Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Expert Rating 4.5
19 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 828 x 1792 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 324 385
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Exynos 2400e (4 nm)
Battery 3,110 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight 194 grams 213 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 £14.00/mo
£79.00 upfront
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £119.99 £249.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 11
Apple iPhone 11

24 Months

64GB

White

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14 a month, £79 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

12 Months

128GB

Blue

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£54.83 a month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper on contract at £470.00 over the life of the deal from £14.00 per month with £79.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 324, and the Apple iPhone 11 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 11 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 11 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 11 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?

The Apple iPhone 11 is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 11 is the more portable of the two: it's 19g lighter at 194 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is slimmer at 8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Apple iPhone 11 is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?

The Apple iPhone 11 runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.