Comparacion iPhone 11 y 11 Pro: standard vs Pro in Spain

Updated: 2026-08-12 · Tech and mobiles

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Quick answer: In a comparacion iPhone 11 y 11 Pro, the Pro adds an OLED screen, telephoto lens and stainless steel build in a smaller footprint than iPhone 11, while the standard 11 keeps LCD and dual cameras at lower second-hand prices. Both run A13 Bionic. In Spain prioritise battery health and remaining iOS support if you buy refurbished from Wallapop or certified resellers.

Key points

iPhone 11 Pro uses OLED; iPhone 11 stays on Liquid Retina LCD.
Pro triple camera adds 2x telephoto and Night mode on all three lenses.
11 Pro body is more compact than iPhone 11 despite the premium materials.
Shared A13 chip keeps everyday performance similar for messaging and maps.
Used Pro units often cost more—pay only if you use telephoto and OLED daily.

Display quality: where users feel the Pro premium

The iPhone 11’s 6.1-inch LCD is bright and reliable for outdoor use in sunny Málaga, but lacks the deep blacks of the Pro’s Super Retina XDR OLED. HDR video and late-night reading look richer on 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max. If you mostly check email and Instagram indoors, the LCD on iPhone 11 may suffice and saves money on Spain’s secondary market.

Camera stacks: dual versus triple

iPhone 11 covers wide and ultrawide angles—enough for travel snapshots and group photos. The 11 Pro adds a telephoto lens for portrait compression and stage shots from the back row at concerts. Night mode launched on this generation; all Pro lenses gained it, while the standard 11 limited Night mode to the wide camera. Evaluate your last hundred photos: if none needed zoom, the Pro camera tax may not pay off.

Size and materials in hand

Apple offered 11 Pro at 5.8 inches and 11 Pro Max at 6.5 inches, compared with the 6.1-inch iPhone 11. Pro models use stainless steel bands and matte glass that resist fingerprints but pick up micro-scratches without a case. iPhone 11 aluminium feels lighter for long commutes. When comparing in a shop, pocket the 5.8-inch Pro if you want flagship features without Max bulk.

Battery and daily endurance

Apple rated the 11 Pro Max highest for battery in this family; the standard iPhone 11 sits in the middle. Five years on, real capacity depends on cycle count—critical when buying used in Spain. Ask sellers for Settings → Battery → Maximum Capacity screenshots. Replacing a worn battery at an authorised service centre restores usability cheaper than jumping to a newer generation.

Buying used iPhone 11 series in Spain

These models appear heavily on Milanuncios and Back Market Europe. Verify EU model numbers, TrueDepth Face ID and that Find My iPhone is off before paying. iOS support for A13 continues for now, but banking apps will eventually drop unsupported versions—factor that horizon against a tempting low price. Carriers may still accept trade-ins toward iPhone 15 or 16 if you finance on contract.

What you need

Battery health above 80 percent or price discount for replacement
OLED vs LCD preference confirmed with an in-person demo
Telephoto need based on your actual photo library
EU model with valid warranty or invoice
Case budget—Pro glass backs are slipperier
Plan for iOS end-of-support timeline on A13

Recommended steps

Decide if telephoto and OLED are daily needs or occasional luxuries.
Search certified refurb for 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max on the same day.
Compare total weight and width in store with your current phone.
Inspect camera lenses for scratches that cause flare at night.
Run Face ID and speaker tests before handing over cash privately.
Factor a battery replacement quote if health reads below 85 percent.

Comparison table

Model	Screen	Rear cameras
iPhone 11	6.1-inch LCD	Wide + ultrawide
iPhone 11 Pro	5.8-inch OLED	Wide + ultrawide + telephoto
iPhone 11 Pro Max	6.5-inch OLED	Same triple stack as Pro
Shared	A13 Bionic	Face ID, Lightning port

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FAQ

Is iPhone 11 Pro still worth buying in Spain?

Yes as a budget Pro camera if battery is healthy and price undercuts newer refurbished tiers; skip if you need USB-C or 5G.

Does iPhone 11 lack 5G?

Correct—both 11 and 11 Pro are LTE only; fine where 5G coverage is patchy, but future-proofing is weaker.

Which is better for small hands?

The 5.8-inch iPhone 11 Pro is narrower than the 6.1-inch iPhone 11 despite the premium label.

Do cases interchange between 11 and 11 Pro?

No—camera arrays and dimensions differ; buy a case matched to your exact model.