Apple iPhone 15 vs Google Pixel 11

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 11 suit different priorities. The iPhone is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 461 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 171g body, while the Pixel is better suited to its OLED panel and a larger 4,985 mAh battery. 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 Pixel is the Android choice. Choose the iPhone for portability; choose the Pixel if display quality matters more.

The iPhone 15 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £528 over a typical contract, £120 less than the Pixel 11.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
1179 x 2556 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
461 421
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery
3,349 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 17
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
171 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£139.00 upfront) £24.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£334.99 £799.00
Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 Google Pixel 11 Google Pixel 11
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution 1179 x 2556 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 461 421
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery 3,349 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 17
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 171 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£139.00 upfront
£24.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £334.99 £799.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 11 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper on contract at £528.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £139.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 11?

The Google Pixel 11 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 11 has a OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 11 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 15 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £334.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 11 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 11 use?

The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Google Pixel 11 uses the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 11 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 11 run?

The Apple iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 11 runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.