Apple iPhone 11 vs Xiaomi 11T Pro
The Verdict
iPhone 11 delivers Apple's polished ecosystem with the powerful A13 Bionic chip and excellent computational photography, while Xiaomi 11T Pro counters with superior raw specs: 120Hz AMOLED display (1000 nits vs 625), massive 5000mAh battery, 108MP camera system, and 120W charging. iPhone 11's strengths lie in software optimization, consistent performance, and camera tuning that prioritizes natural results. Xiaomi excels in display technology, battery longevity, and charging speed, plus 5G connectivity. The iPhone's IP68 rating outclasses Xiaomi's IP53. However, Xiaomi's 8GB RAM and expandable ecosystem appeal to power users seeking specifications and value. For general consumers prioritizing seamless performance and camera quality, iPhone 11 remains compelling. Tech enthusiasts wanting superior hardware specs and faster charging should choose Xiaomi 11T Pro.
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 Xiaomi 11T Pro if…
- →120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- →108 MP main camera with good detail
- →Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
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
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Pros
- 120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- 108 MP main camera with good detail
- Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
- Harman Kardon stereo speakers
- Competitive pricing at $649
Cons
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- No telephoto camera
- Snapdragon 888 heating
- MIUI bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 11 | Xiaomi 11T Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 13 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 194 g | 204 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm | 164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.75, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3110 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired (adapter sold separately) | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | 7.5W Qi | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1792 x 828 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 625 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x2.65 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (4-core) | Adreno 660 |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| 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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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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