iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro - Which option is right for you?

Is iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro better? Are they the same? Which should you choose? Surely you have a lot of questions about Apple's 3 new flagship devices, and today's article will help you answer those questions.

The truth is, no one phone is definitely better than the other. It all depends on your individual needs and what you expect from your smartphone. This article looks at the key differences between Apple's new iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro to help you decide which one is more suitable.

IPhone 11 performance compared to iPhone 11 Pro

Both the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro share the same A13 Bionic processor. The Apple A13 Bionic is a relatively reliable upgrade over last year's version, the A12, and it's the fastest CPU and GPU ever in a smartphone (according to Apple). These two mobile devices also have 4GB of RAM, which is great for keeping many applications open in the background and running games. Whether you choose iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro, you still get the best performance.

Camera of iPhone 11 compared to iPhone 11 Pro

The iPhone 11 has a dual camera system while the iPhone 11 Pro has a triple camera system. Take a look at how this affects camera quality.

Both the Basic and Pro models contain ultra-wide and ultra-wide lenses. The ultra-wide lens allows you to take great pictures with wide frame rates. Both smartphones also come with industry-leading low-light capabilities, surpassing Google Pixel 3a, a phone that is known to be a great choice for dealing with this problem.

These two models are also expected to receive the Deep Fusion feature later, through a software update. Deep Fusion is a feature that enhances and sharpens photos.

An advantage over the iPhone 11 Pro camera over the basic iPhone 11 is the inclusion of a third telephoto lens. This third lens will allow you to enlarge the image without losing quality, which will be very helpful if you want to photograph an object from a distance.

The screen of iPhone 11 compared to the iPhone 11 Pro

1. iPhone 11 : 6.1-inch liquid Retina LCD, 1792 × 828 resolution @ 326 PPI
2. iPhone 11 Pro: 5.8-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 2436 × 1125 resolution @ 458 PPI
3. iPhone 11 Pro Max : 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, 2688 × 1242 resolution @ 458 PPI

iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro have two very different screen technologies. Pro models have higher fidelity OLED screens, with matte black, high contrast ratios, and HDR10 support. OLEDs can also display much higher brightness and save you battery.

But while OLED may seem like a cutting edge technology, it comes with a big problem: Burn-in (screen image retention). Burn-in is a phenomenon that occurs when an image is 'deeply ingrained' to the screen permanently due to its use over time.

Although there are some tips to avoid screen image retention, LCD is still much safer. The likelihood of LCD screen image retention is almost zero. Also, consider the fact that most people can't see the difference between a higher resolution LCD and OLED, so OLED isn't necessarily the superior option.

The physical size of iPhone 11 compared to iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 11 Pro has 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch models, so there are more options for users. iPhone 11 is basically in the middle with a 6.1-inch model. If your hands are medium or large, the iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro Max will be great. If your hands are small, perhaps the iPhone 11 will be the best option.

IPhone 11 design compared to iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 11 has a range of gorgeous pastel colors: Black, red, purple, green, yellow and white. Pro models come in more bold and glossy colors: Silver, Space Gray, Gold and Dark Blue.

Like the previous version, the iPhone XR, iPhone 11 is designed with an aluminum frame and a glossy glass back. Meanwhile, the iPhone 11 Pro has a luxurious stainless steel frame and a frosted glass back. Thanks to the shiny steel frame, the iPhone 11 Pro will be much more durable when dropped, because aluminum is more prone to distortion when a collision occurs. Of course, you can always limit the damage with a sturdy case.

In terms of water resistance, the iPhone 11 Pro beats the iPhone 11. In water, the iPhone 11 Pro can withstand a depth of 4 meters for about 30 minutes, while the iPhone 11 can only withstand a depth of 2 meters in 30. minute.

IPhone 11 battery life compared to iPhone 11 Pro

1. iPhone 11 : 3,110 mAh battery
2. iPhone 11 Pro : 3,046 mAh battery
3. iPhone 11 Pro Max : 3,969 mAh battery

All of Apple's 2019 iPhone models come equipped with significant battery improvements. The iPhone 11 has an hour more battery life than the iPhone XR, the iPhone that led the battery life last year. This year, there was a change. iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max are currently ahead of any iPhone when it comes to battery life.

iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max have 4 and 5 hours longer battery life, compared to iPhone XS and XS Max. This is incredible and beats a lot of Android flagships. In addition, the Pro version comes with 18W fast charger, which can charge iPhone up to 50% in just 30 minutes! Both phones have battery life that lasts all day.

The price of iPhone 11 compared to iPhone 11 Pro

Now, let's talk about the price. This will probably be an important factor for many people. Here are the prices of 3 smartphones and their different storage capacities:

1. iPhone 11 : $ 699 / 16,164,000 VND (64GB), $ 749 / 17,320,000 VND (128GB), $ 849 / 19,633,000 VND (256GB)
2. iPhone 11 Pro : $ 999 / 23,100,000VND (64GB), $ 1,149 / 26,570,000VND (256GB), $ 1,349 / 31,195,000VND (512GB)
3. iPhone 11 Pro Max : $ 1,099 / 25,415,000 VND (64GB), $ 1,249 / 28,883,000 VND (256GB), $ 1,449 / 33,500,000 VND (512GB)

The most noticeable point here is that with a lower cost than a 64GB iPhone 11 Pro, you can own an iPhone 11 with 256GB of storage.

If you just want a great smartphone with an advanced processor and a variety of fun colors, then the affordable iPhone 11 is the right choice. But if you want a 'premium' phone that has all the features, plus an extravagant screen, huge battery life, additional cameras and economic affordability, the iPhone 11 Pro is the product for you.

Wish you choose for yourself the right product!