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Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 11
Apple
Apple iPhone 11
8.9 / 10
Compass Score
From 61 critic reviews
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Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Apple
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 51 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

iPhone 11

Unless you need the best screen available, the iPhone 11 is the phone in Apple’s 2019 lineup to suit the average buyer. It has enough battery for work and play, can handle any app or game you throw at it, and looks good while doing so. But unless you’re a light phone user, plan to pick up a faster charger.

+
Good
+ Blazing performance
+ Plenty of storage
+ Great cameras
+ Good audio
+ Face ID
+ Decent screen
+ All-day battery life
−
Not
− No 3.5mm headphone jack or Lightning-to-3.5mm adapter
− Slow charger included

iPhone 14 Pro Max

Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life.

+
Good
+ Stunning display
+ Dynamic Island feature
+ Powerful A16 chip
+ Long battery life
+ Excellent camera quality
−
Not
− High price
− Hefty and bulky
− No major design change
− eSIM only in US
− Lacks Wi-Fi 6E
Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper iPhone 11 means giving up most on: Camera zoom

iPhone 11
iPhone 14 Pro Max
Price (MSRP)
$702
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
OS
iOS
OS
iOS
Processor
Apple A13 Bionic Hexa-core
Processor
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) Hexa-core
Camera zoom
2Γ—
Camera zoom
6Γ—
Battery life
β€”
Battery life
β€”
Wired charging
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Wired charging
β€”
Wireless charging
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Wireless charging
15W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
β€”
Software support
β€”
Repairability
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Repairability
β€”
Weight
194g (6.8 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

iPhone 11
iPhone 14 Pro Max
DxOMark v5
β€”
DxOMark v5
146
photo 143 Β· video 149
AnTuTu v10
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AnTuTu v10
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GSMArena endurance
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GSMArena endurance
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iFixit repairability
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iFixit repairability
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 11
5.9" × 3"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
6.3" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 11
0.3"
iPhone 14 Pro Max
0.3"
Height
5.9" (150.9 mm)
Height
6.3" (160.7 mm)
Width
3" (75.7 mm)
Width
3.1" (77.6 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.3 mm)
Depth
0.3" (7.9 mm)
Weight
194g (6.8 oz)
Weight
240g (8.5 oz)
Screen
6.1"
Screen
6.7"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

iPhone 11 vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 11 or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 14 Pro Max earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.9 for the iPhone 11. That 0.1-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone has better zoom, the iPhone 11 or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The iPhone 14 Pro Max offers 6 optical zoom, while the iPhone 11 tops out at 2. Optical zoom preserves full detail at distance; digital zoom crops and upscales, which softens fine textures. If you regularly shoot sports, wildlife, or concerts, the iPhone 14 Pro Max gives you noticeably sharper reach.
Which phone is more affordable, the iPhone 11 or iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The iPhone 11 launches at $702, which is $397 less than the iPhone 14 Pro Max at $1,099. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.
Should I buy the iPhone 11 or the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
Our critics' take on the iPhone 11: "Unless you need the best screen available, the iPhone 11 is the phone in Apple’s 2019 lineup to suit the average buyer." On the iPhone 14 Pro Max: "Feels like last year’s model with a premium, but excels in display brightness and battery life." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →