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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 11

Quick answer

The iPhone 11 is 4.2 millimetres0.17 inches wider and 17 grams0.60 ounces heavier than the iPhone 17.

The iPhone 11 on Amazon (paid link) carries the oldest silicon still supported, so it is probably next to go. The 17 (paid link) holds a vastly longer battery and a body that is both narrower and lighter. Choose the 17 for peace of mind; only grab the 11 renewed if you need a cheap backup right now.

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Easier one-handediPhone 17

PocketiPhone 17

Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight17149.6 millimetres5.89 inches71.5 millimetres2.81 inches7.95 millimetres0.31 inches177 grams6.24 ounces11150.9 millimetres, 1.3 millimetres more5.94 inches, 0.05 inches more75.7 millimetres, 4.2 millimetres more2.98 inches, 0.17 inches more8.30 millimetres, 0.35 millimetres more0.33 inches, 0.01 inches more194 grams, 17 grams more6.84 ounces, 0.60 ounces more

Height: 17 149.6 millimetres, 11 150.9 millimetres.Height: 17 5.89 inches, 11 5.94 inches.Width: 17 71.5 millimetres, 11 75.7 millimetres.Width: 17 2.81 inches, 11 2.98 inches.Depth: 17 7.95 millimetres, 11 8.30 millimetres.Depth: 17 0.31 inches, 11 0.33 inches.Weight: 17 177 grams, 11 194 grams.Weight: 17 6.24 ounces, 11 6.84 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 17, iPhone 11. Differences are given against iPhone 17.
Specification1711
Height149.6 millimetres5.89 inches150.9 millimetres, 1.3 millimetres more5.94 inches, 0.05 inches more
Width71.5 millimetres2.81 inches75.7 millimetres, 4.2 millimetres more2.98 inches, 0.17 inches more
Depth7.95 millimetres0.31 inches8.30 millimetres, 0.35 millimetres more0.33 inches, 0.01 inches more
Weight177 grams6.24 ounces194 grams, 17 grams more6.84 ounces, 0.60 ounces more
Volume85.0 cubic centimetres5.19 cubic inches94.8 cubic centimetres, 9.8 cubic centimetres more5.79 cubic inches, 0.60 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.90 percent79 percent, 11 percent less
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.3 inches6.1 inches, 0.2 inches less
Resolution1206 × 2622828 × 1792
Pixel density460 pixels per inch326 pixels per inch, 134 pixels per inch less
CutoutDynamic IslandNotch
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA19A13 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.30 hrs17 hrs
PortUSB-CLightning
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.0
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage256 – 512 GB64 – 256 GB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.799 dollars699 dollars, 100 dollars less
ReleasedSep 2025Sep 2019
StatusCurrentLegacy

Dimensions

The iPhone 11 is 1.3 mm (0.05 in) taller, 4.2 mm (0.17 in) wider, 0.35 mm (0.01 in) thicker and 17 g (0.60 oz) heavier than the iPhone 17. The iPhone 17 measures 149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (5.89 × 2.81 × 0.31 in) and weighs 177 g (6.24 oz). The iPhone 11 measures 150.9 × 75.7 × 8.30 mm (5.94 × 2.98 × 0.33 in) and weighs 194 g (6.84 oz).

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Questions about these phones

How does the iPhone 17 size compare to the iPhone 11?

The iPhone 17 is 1.3 mm shorter and 4.2 mm narrower than the iPhone 11. It is also 0.35 mm thinner.

How much lighter is the iPhone 17 than the iPhone 11?

The iPhone 17 weighs 177 g while the iPhone 11 weighs 194 g. The weight difference is noticeable.

Is the screen larger on the iPhone 17 or the iPhone 11?

The iPhone 17 has a 6.3 inch display compared to the 6.1 inch screen on the iPhone 11.

Is the iPhone 17 easier to use one-handed?

Yes, the iPhone 17 is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 11. It is also better for small hands.

Do the iPhone 17 and iPhone 11 fit in a jeans pocket?

Both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. The iPhone 17 is more pocketable due to its smaller size.

Is upgrading from the iPhone 11 to the iPhone 17 worth it for the size?

The iPhone 17 offers a slimmer and lighter form factor than the iPhone 11. This size-only upgrade is considered worth it.