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iPhone 11 vs iPhone 11 Pro Max: What’s The Difference?

Apple has announced its newest iPhones. This year the entry-level new iPhone is the iPhone 11. This iPhone replaces the iPhone XR (though that phone will still be sold by Apple. The other new phone is actually a pair of them – the iPhone 11 Pro series.

The iPhone 11 Pro series comes in two options, the regular iPhone 11 Pro, which has a 5.8in display, and the ginormous iPhone 11 Pro Max, which has a 6.5in display. In this comparison, we’ll take a look at the iPhone 11 and the iPhone 11 Pro Max, since they have the biggest displays among the three new phones.

iPhone 11 vs iPhone 11 Pro Max Quick Comparison

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Design

  • iPhone 11 – The iPhone 11 has the same 6.1in display of the iPhone XR and features Apple’s biometric authentication system called Face ID. Its industrial design features a glass and aluminum body and comes in a wide range of six color options, including a new green model.
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – The iPhone 11 Pro Max features the biggest iPhone display ever at 6.5in and features Apple’s biometric authentication system called Face ID. Its textured matte glass and stainless steel design is beautiful and comes in a wide range of four color options, including a new midnight green model.

Winner? iPhone 11 Pro Max – The iPhone 11 Pro Max with its matte glass back and steel frame steals the show.

Displays

  • iPhone 11 – The iPhone 11 features an edge-to-edge LCD display that is 6.1in and has a 1792 x 828-pixel resolution at 326ppi.
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – The iPhone 11 Pro features an edge-to-edge OLED display that is 6.5in and has a 2688 x 1242-pixel resolution at 458ppi.

Winner? iPhone 11 Pro Max – Without a doubt, the iPhone 11 Pro Max wins the day here.

CPU/Processor

  • iPhone 11 – the iPhone 11 features the A13 chipset. This A13 is a 7nm chip with 6 cores, which is absolutely INSANE.
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max –  the iPhone 11 Pro will also feature the exact same A13 chipset.

Winner? Draw – both phones use the same chipset.

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Camera

  • iPhone 11 – The iPhone 11 features a 12MP front-facing camera. But on the rear camera, you get a dual-lens 12MP rear camera complete with a wide-angle and telephoto lens and dual optical zoom. It also supports advanced photo features like portrait photography.
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – The iPhone 11 Pro Max features the exact same front camera setup too: a 12MP front-facing camera. But the rear camera will be a triple-lens system with a 12MP wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto lens, triple optical image stabilization, optical zoom, and 4K video recording. It too also supports advanced photo features like portrait photography.

Winner? iPhone 11 Pro Max – That triple-lens puts the dual-lens to shame.

Storage Options

  • iPhone 11 – 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB

Battery Life

  • iPhone 11 – The iPhone 11 Pro’s battery will get you about 18 hours of battery life with mixed usage. It also features wireless charging.
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – The iPhone 11 Pro’s battery will get you about 20 hours of battery life with mixed usage. It also features wireless charging.

Winner? iPhone 11 Pro Max – It gets you about 2 more hours of battery life.

Price

  • iPhone 11 – The 6.1in iPhone 11 will cost £729 (64GB) and £779 (128GB) and £879 (256GB).
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – The 6.5in iPhone 11 Pro Max will cost £1149 (64GB) and £1299 (256GB) and £1499 (512GB).

Verdict?

2019’s iPhones are clearly all about the camera. Give that, it’s clear the winner here is the iPhone 11 Pro Max. It features that sweet triple-lens rear camera system with a 12MP wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto lenses, triple optical image stabilization, optical zoom, and 4K video recording.

The iPhone 11 Pro Max also features OLED displays, versus the iPhone 11’s LCD display. This means your screen is just going to look better on the 11 Pro. While each model will feature the same A13 processor and wireless charging, the iPhone 11 Pro Max wins thanks to its camera, display, and better industrial design.

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iPhone 11 vs iPhone 11 Pro Max: Specs

Here are the specs for the iPhone 11:

  • Display: 6.1in LCD Liquid Retina display with a 1792 x 828-pixel resolution at 326ppi
  • Dimensions: 150.9mm x 75.7mm x 8.3mm
  • Weight: 194 grams
  • Storage: 64, 128, or 256GB
  • Processors: A13 Bionic chip with third-generation Neural Engine
  • Front camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera with 4K video recording at up to 60 fps
  • Rear camera: Dual 12MP Ultra Wide and Wide cameras with Night mode; 4K video
  • Battery: Up to 18 hours (video playback)
  • Other: Face ID, NFC, wireless charging, IP68 waterproof (2m)

And here’s the specs for the iPhone 11 Pro Max:

  • Display: 6.5-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display with a 2688 x 1242-pixel resolution at 458ppi
  • Dimensions: 158.09mm x 77.8mm x 8.1mm
  • Weight: 226 grams
  • Storage: 64, 256, or 512GB
  • Processors: A13 Bionic chip with third-generation Neural Engine
  • Front camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera with 4K video recording at up to 60 fps
  • Rear camera: Triple 12MP Ultra Wide, Wide and Telephoto cameras with Night mode; 4K video
  • Battery: Up to 20 hours (video playback)
  • Other: Face ID, NFC, wireless charging, IP68 waterproof (4m)
Michael Grothaus

Michael Grothaus is an American author and journalist with a flair for exploring the intersection of technology, creativity, and digital culture. With a background in film, journalism, and creative writing, he brings a unique perspective to the world of mobile technology. His work has been featured in renowned publications like Fast Company, The Guardian, and Engadget. At KnowYourMobile, Michael leverages his extensive knowledge to guide readers through the complexities of mobile devices, helping them make informed choices in the fast-paced tech landscape.

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