Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
The Quick Answer
Apple's iPhone 11 Pro commands a $600 premium over Samsung's Galaxy A34 5G, and that price gap reflects genuinely different target audiences rather than a clear winner.
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 11 Pro commands a $600 premium over Samsung's Galaxy A34 5G, and that price gap reflects genuinely different target audiences rather than a clear winner. The iPhone 11 Pro excels with its superior A13 Bionic processor delivering snappier performance, exceptional computational photography through three fixed focal-length cameras, and the polished iOS ecosystem. Its 3046 mAh battery paired with efficient software manages respectable longevity despite smaller capacity. However, the Galaxy A34 5G offers substantially better value for budget-conscious buyers: a larger 6.6-inch 120Hz display versus the iPhone's 5.8-inch 60Hz screen, a massive 5000 mAh battery providing genuine all-day-plus endurance, 5G connectivity, and a 48 MP main sensor with macro lens. Samsung's plastic construction and MediaTek processor can't match Apple's premium feel or raw speed, yet real-world usage differences narrow considerably for everyday tasks. The iPhone 11 Pro remains the choice for those prioritizing camera quality, software integration, and brand ecosystem, while the Galaxy A34 5G wins decisively on battery life, display refresh rate, and price-to-features ratio. Neither product is objectively superior across all dimensions; your choice depends entirely on whether premium performance justifies the $600 markup.
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 Samsung Galaxy A34 5G if…
- →IP67 water resistance is rare in the mid-range segment
- →120Hz Super AMOLED display is vibrant and smooth
- →5000 mAh battery provides reliable all-day endurance
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
Samsung Galaxy A34 5G
Pros
- IP67 water resistance is rare in the mid-range segment
- 120Hz Super AMOLED display is vibrant and smooth
- 5000 mAh battery provides reliable all-day endurance
- Four OS updates and five years of security patches
- OIS on the 48 MP main camera improves low-light shots
Cons
- Only 25W charging is slow for the 5000 mAh battery
- Dimensity 1080 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- Plastic build feels less premium than glass alternatives
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide camera produces soft images
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A34 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188 g | 199 g |
| Material | Stainless steel frame, textured matte glass | Plastic frame and back, Gorilla Glass 5 front |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 48 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| 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 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3046 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.8 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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