Apple iPhone 11 vs Nokia X30 5G
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 11 excels with the superior A13 Bionic processor, delivering faster real-world performance and better app optimization, though it's limited by a 60Hz IPS display and lacks 5G. Nokia X30 5G counters with a larger 6.43-inch 90Hz AMOLED screen offering vibrant colors and smoother scrolling, plus 5G connectivity, longer 4200mAh battery with faster 33W charging, and a higher-resolution 50MP main camera with Zeiss optics. The iPhone 11 maintains advantages in video capabilities (4K@60fps vs 30fps) and ecosystem consistency. Budget-conscious users prioritizing display quality, battery life, and 5G should choose the Nokia X30 5G at $449. iPhone 11 suits those needing premium performance and the Apple ecosystem despite the $250 premium and older specs.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 11 if…
- →Excellent value with A13 Bionic chip
- →Night mode on main camera
- →Dual camera system with ultrawide
Buy the Nokia X30 5G if…
- →Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- →100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- →ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 11
Pros
- Excellent value with A13 Bionic chip
- Night mode on main camera
- Dual camera system with ultrawide
- Great battery life for the price
- Wide range of color options
Cons
- LCD display instead of OLED
- 720p-class resolution on 6.1-inch screen
- No telephoto camera
- 5W charger in the box (no fast charger)
- No 5G connectivity
Nokia X30 5G
Pros
- Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- 100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
- IP67 water resistance and wireless charging at this tier
- Clean, near-stock Android experience
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 is underpowered compared to alternatives at $449
- 90Hz refresh rate instead of 120Hz competitors
- 4200 mAh battery is modest for 5G usage
- Limited availability in some markets
- Camera processing can be slow to capture and process shots
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 | Nokia X30 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 194 g | 185 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | 100% recycled aluminum frame, recycled plastic back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 158.9 x 73.9 x 7.99 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, ZEISS optics |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 13 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3110 mAh | 4200 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired (adapter sold separately) | 33W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.43 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1792 x 828 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 625 | 700 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | Lightning | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.1 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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