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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro: Is the Upgrade Worth It?

Introduction

Choosing between the cutting-edge iPhone 15 Pro and the tried-and-true iPhone 11 Pro is a dilemma that many Apple fans may find themselves in. If you're considering buying a certified pre-owned device, Plug offers excellent deals that provide solid value for your investment. In this blog post, we compare the iPhone 15 Pro with the iPhone 11 Pro to help you make an informed decision.

Design and Build Quality

iPhone 15 Pro

  • Stainless Steel Frame
  • Ceramic Shield Front Cover
  • IP68 Water and Dust Resistance

iPhone 11 Pro

  • Stainless Steel Frame
  • Glass Front Cover
  • IP68 Water and Dust Resistance

Both models sport a premium stainless steel frame and IP68-rated water and dust resistance. However, the iPhone 15 Pro offers a ceramic shield front cover, providing enhanced durability compared to the glass front of the iPhone 11 Pro.

Display Technology

iPhone 15 Pro

  • 6.7-inch ProMotion Super Retina XDR Display
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision, ProMotion Technology (120Hz)

iPhone 11 Pro

  • 5.8-inch Super Retina XDR Display
  • HDR10, Dolby Vision

The iPhone 15 Pro's larger display with ProMotion technology offers a more immersive and smoother visual experience compared to the smaller 5.8-inch display on the iPhone 11 Pro.

Performance Metrics

iPhone 15 Pro

  • A16 Bionic Chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 6-core GPU
  • 20-core Neural Engine

iPhone 11 Pro

  • A13 Bionic Chip
  • 6-core CPU
  • 4-core GPU
  • 8-core Neural Engine

With the newer A16 Bionic chip, the iPhone 15 Pro delivers superior performance across the board compared to the iPhone 11 Pro's A13 chip.

Camera Capabilities

iPhone 15 Pro

  • Triple-Lens Setup with LiDAR
  • Advanced Computational Photography
  • ProRAW and ProRes Video Recording

iPhone 11 Pro

  • Triple-Lens Setup
  • Computational Photography
  • 4K Video Recording

While both phones offer a triple-lens camera setup, the iPhone 15 Pro comes with additional features like LiDAR, advanced computational photography, and ProRes video recording, making it a more powerful choice for photography enthusiasts.

Battery Life

The iPhone 15 Pro offers enhanced battery life due to its more energy-efficient A16 Bionic chip, giving you more time between charges.

Why Choose Certified Pre-Owned from Plug?

  1. Affordable Pricing: Get high-quality devices without breaking the bank.
  2. Quality Assurance: Rigorous quality checks to ensure you get a device in excellent condition.
  3. Warranty: All certified pre-owned devices come with a warranty for peace of mind.
  4. Eco-Friendly: Opting for a pre-owned device is an environmentally conscious choice.

Conclusion

The iPhone 15 Pro clearly has the edge in terms of features, performance, and camera capabilities. However, the iPhone 11 Pro remains a formidable competitor, especially when you consider the value offered by certified pre-owned options from Plug. Whether you opt for the latest and greatest iPhone 15 Pro or the reliable iPhone 11 Pro, you're making a strong investment in quality and performance. Stay tuned for more of our blog posts as we continue to explore the best deals in certified pre-owned electronics.

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Compare Specs

iPhone 15 Pro (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 Pro (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $789.99 Regular price$999.99
iPhone 11 Pro Gold 256GB (Unlocked) - Plug.tech
iPhone 11 Pro (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $259.99 Regular price$999.99
iPhone 15 Pro (Unlocked)
iPhone 15 Pro (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $789.99 Regular price$999.99
iPhone 11 Pro Gold 256GB (Unlocked) - Plug.tech
iPhone 11 Pro (Unlocked) Sale priceFrom $259.99 Regular price$999.99
Color Options

Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, and Natural Titanium

Midnight Green, Silver, Space Gray, Gold

Display

Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display
Dynamic Island
Super Retina XDR display
6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display
Dynamic Island

Super Retina XDR display
5.8-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display1
HDR display
2436-by-1125-pixel resolution at 458 ppi
2,000,000:1 contrast

Camera

Pro camera system (48MP Main, 12MP Ultra Wide, and 12MP Telephoto)
Main: 48MP, ƒ/1.78 aperture
Ultra Wide: 12MP, ƒ/2.2 aperture
Telephoto: 12MP, ƒ/2.8 aperture
Second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilization
.5x, 1x, 2x, 3x optical zoom options

Triple 12MP cameras (Main, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto)
Main: ƒ/1.8 aperture
Ultra Wide: ƒ/2.4 aperture
Telephoto: ƒ/2.0 aperture
.5x, 1x, 2x optical zoom options

Video Recording

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Cinematic mode for recording videos with shallow depth of field (up to 4K HDR at 30 fps)
Action mode
ProRes video recording up to 4K at 60 fps with external recording

4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps

Power and Battery

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
MagSafe and Qi wireless charging

Built-in rechargeable lithium‑ion battery
Qi wireless charging

5G Compatible

yes

no