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Huawei Mate 20 Pro

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£95.00
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iPhone 11 Pro

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£199.73£639.00 new
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(80 reviews)
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What's the difference between the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro?

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Refurbished, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro starts at £95, £104.73 less than the iPhone 11 Pro. The iPhone 11 Pro is the newer model, released in 2019.

Refurbished from

£95£199.73

Chipset

Kirin 980 (7 nm)Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)

RAM

6 GB4 GB

Screen size

6.39 inch5.8 inch

Screen type

OLEDSuper Retina XDR OLED

Main camera

40 megapixels12 megapixels
  • Chipset: Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) on the iPhone 11 Pro.
  • The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has more RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB.
  • The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a bigger screen: 6.39 inch vs 5.8 inch.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro specs

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro offer distinct experiences suited to different needs. The Mate 20 Pro features a larger, higher resolution OLED screen and more RAM, making it a good option if you want more display space and multitasking ability. Its cameras have higher megapixel counts, which may appeal if you prioritise detailed photos. It also offers more storage options and supports eSIM alongside a physical SIM. Choose the Mate 20 Pro for a bigger screen and more RAM, or the iPhone 11 Pro if you want iOS with ongoing updates and flexible storage choices.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro price

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro battery life and software updates

Durability covers software updates, operating system, and device construction. These affect how long your phone stays current and the user experience you get.

Operating System

The Mate 20 Pro runs Android, which offers wide app compatibility and customisation options. The iPhone 11 Pro runs iOS, known for smooth integration with Apple services and regular updates.

Battery

4200 mAhN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Ip rating

N/AIP68

Software updates

N/ASupported, up to iOS 27

Wireless charging

N/AYes

Year of release

20182019

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro performance

Performance covers the chipset, memory, and storage options. These influence app responsiveness, multitasking, and how much data you can keep on the device.

Chipset

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro uses the Kirin 980 chipset built on a 7 nm process, while the iPhone 11 Pro uses the Apple A13 Bionic chipset built on a 7 nm+ process. Both are efficient for everyday tasks and demanding apps, but the A13 Bionic is known for strong performance in iOS devices.

RAM

Mate 20 Pro has 6 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps open in the background and supports multitasking smoothly. The iPhone 11 Pro has 4 GB of RAM, which works well within iOS's optimised environment for good app performance.

Storage Options

The Mate 20 Pro is stocked with 128GB of storage, suitable for most users who store apps, photos, and media. The iPhone 11 Pro offers a wider range from 64GB up to 512GB, which suits users needing more space for large media libraries or apps.

Chipset

Kirin 980 (7 nm)Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)

RAM

6 GB4 GB

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro screen

Screen quality includes size, resolution, and display technology. These affect how much you see at once and the sharpness and colour of images.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a larger 6.39 inch screen with a resolution of 1440 by 3120 pixels, offering a spacious and sharp display ideal for watching videos or browsing. The iPhone 11 Pro has a 5.8 inch screen with a resolution of 1125 by 2436 pixels, which is slightly smaller and less dense in pixels but still sharp.

Screen Type

Both phones use OLED technology, but the iPhone 11 Pro has a Super Retina XDR OLED screen. This means it can display very bright highlights and deep blacks, which benefits viewing HDR content and overall image quality.

Refresh rate

N/A60 Hz

Resolution

1440 x 31201125 x 2436

Screen size

6.39 inch5.8 inch

Screen type

OLEDSuper Retina XDR OLED

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro camera

Audiovisual features include cameras and front-facing cameras. Differences here affect photo and video detail as well as selfies.

Main Camera Megapixels

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a 40 megapixel main camera, which captures more detail in photos and can be useful if you want large, detailed images or to crop photos without losing quality. The iPhone 11 Pro uses a 12 megapixel main camera that balances detail with colour accuracy and image processing.

Front Camera Megapixels

The Mate 20 Pro features a 24 megapixel front camera, which is higher resolution and may provide sharper selfies. The iPhone 11 Pro has a 12 megapixel front camera, which is well optimised for selfies and video calls within iOS.

Camera Setup

Both phones have triple rear cameras, which provide versatility for wide-angle, telephoto, and standard shots. This means you can expect multiple shooting options on both devices.

Camera type

Triple (3x)Triple (3x)

Front camera

24 megapixels12 megapixels

Main camera

40 megapixels12 megapixels

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro size and design

This section includes various practical features such as connectors, SIM card types, physical dimensions, and storage expandability.

Connector Type

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro uses a USB-C connector, which is common on many devices and supports a range of accessories. The iPhone 11 Pro uses Apple's Lightning connector.

SIM Card Support

The Mate 20 Pro supports a physical SIM card. The iPhone 11 Pro supports both a physical SIM and eSIM, allowing you to use two phone numbers or plans without needing two physical cards.

Storage Expansion

The Mate 20 Pro supports NM (Nano Memory) cards, so you can add extra storage beyond the internal 128GB. The iPhone 11 Pro does not have an SD card slot, so storage is confined to the built-in capacity.

Device Size and Weight

The Mate 20 Pro is taller and slightly wider at 157.8 mm by 72.3 mm and weighs 189 g. The iPhone 11 Pro measures 144 mm by 71.4 mm and weighs 188 g, making it a bit more compact and just a gram lighter.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-CLightning

Depth

8.6 mm8.1 mm

Height

157.8 mm144 mm

Mobile network

4G4G

Release date

N/A20 September 2019

SD card slot

NM (Nano Memory)No

SIM card

Physical SIMPhysical SIM + eSIM

Weight

189 g188 g

Width

72.3 mm71.4 mm

Huawei Mate 20 Pro or iPhone 11 Pro: which should you buy?

Buy the Huawei Mate 20 Pro if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £95, £104.73 less than the iPhone 11 Pro
  • you want more RAM (6 GB vs 4 GB)
  • you want a bigger screen (6.39 inch vs 5.8 inch)

Buy the iPhone 11 Pro if

  • you want the newer model (2019)

What our customers say

Customers who chose the Huawei Mate 20 Pro generally praise its good condition and quality, highlighting the large screen and camera capabilities. Some note that transferring data can be tricky and charging quirks exist, but overall they find the phone reliable and good value. A few mention wear or minor issues after extended use, yet many intend to buy from PhoneMart again.

Reviews for the iPhone 11 Pro show customers appreciating its condition and performance, with many pleased by the screen quality and battery life. Some note the phone feels like new and enjoy the smooth transition from Android. A few customers mention minor speaker issues or restarts, but the overall impression is of a dependable device with a strong camera and good storage options.

The Mate 20 Pro suits users wanting a large, detailed screen and extra RAM, while the iPhone 11 Pro appeals to those who value ongoing software updates, a compact design, and flexible storage. Both have solid customer approval for their condition and daily use.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro FAQs

Huawei Mate 20 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro comes down to the chipset, RAM and screen size. Chipset: Kirin 980 (7 nm) on the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) on the iPhone 11 Pro. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has more RAM: 6 GB vs 4 GB.

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is cheaper refurbished, from £95 compared with £199.73 for the iPhone 11 Pro.

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a higher-resolution main camera: 40 megapixels vs 12 megapixels.

We don't have published update dates for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. The iPhone 11 Pro is still supported and can run iOS 27.

Refurbished, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro comes in 128GB, and the iPhone 11 Pro in 64GB, 256GB and 512GB.

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