Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 11 Pro commands a $600 premium over the OnePlus Nord 2T, and that price gap reflects genuinely different markets. The A13 Bionic chip still delivers exceptional performance in 2024, while the Dimensity 1300 handles everyday tasks admirably but without the raw horsepower. Display quality favors Apple's Super Retina XDR with 1200 nits brightness versus the Nord 2T's 700-nit AMOLED panel. Camera systems take different approaches: the iPhone emphasizes computational photography with its dual 12MP setup and optical zoom, while OnePlus leans on megapixel count with a 50MP main sensor that captures more detail at base ISO. Battery life swings toward OnePlus, whose 4500mAh capacity and 90Hz refresh rate outlast the iPhone's 3046mAh despite 60Hz refresh. Charging speeds heavily favor the Nord 2T with 80W SUPERVOOC versus Apple's pedestrian 18W wired option. Build quality tips toward Apple with premium stainless steel and IP68 dust/water resistance, while OnePlus uses plastic and offers no IP rating. Software maturity belongs to iOS, though OxygenOS 12.1 remains clean and responsive. The iPhone 11 Pro suits those prioritizing ecosystem integration, camera quality, and resale value. The Nord 2T appeals to budget-conscious buyers wanting larger screen, faster charging, and 5G connectivity. Choose based on whether premium build and camera matter more than battery longevity and price.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 11 Pro if…
- →Triple camera system with Night mode
- →Compact 5.8-inch OLED with great color accuracy
- →18W fast charger included in the box
Buy the OnePlus Nord 2T if…
- →80W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills battery in about 35 minutes
- →Sony IMX766 main sensor delivers excellent photo quality
- →Dimensity 1300 provides strong mid-range performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Pros
- Triple camera system with Night mode
- Compact 5.8-inch OLED with great color accuracy
- 18W fast charger included in the box
- A13 Bionic was the fastest mobile chip in 2019
- Premium matte glass finish
Cons
- No 5G support
- 60Hz display refresh rate
- Smaller battery than Pro Max
- Wide notch design
- Starting at $999 for 64 GB was steep
OnePlus Nord 2T
Pros
- 80W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills battery in about 35 minutes
- Sony IMX766 main sensor delivers excellent photo quality
- Dimensity 1300 provides strong mid-range performance
- Compact form factor at 6.43 inches is comfortable to hold
- 90Hz AMOLED display with good color accuracy
Cons
- Only 90Hz instead of 120Hz on competitors at the same price
- No water resistance or IP rating
- 8 MP ultrawide and 2 MP mono cameras are filler
- No wireless charging
- OxygenOS has become more similar to ColorOS with bloat
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 Pro | OnePlus Nord 2T |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 12 (OxygenOS 12.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame, textured matte glass | Plastic frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 159.1 x 73.2 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, PDAF, OIS, Sony IMX766 |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.0, 2x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Mono | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3046 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 80W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.8 inches | 6.43 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 700 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G77 MC9 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
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