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Huawei P40 Pro

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£349.00
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iPhone 11

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£163.65£489.00 new
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(66 reviews)
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What's the difference between the Huawei P40 Pro and iPhone 11?

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the iPhone 11 starts at £163.65, £185.35 less than the Huawei P40 Pro. The Huawei P40 Pro is the newer model, released in 2020.

Refurbished from

£349£163.65

Chipset

Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+)Apple A13 Bionic

RAM

8 GB4 GB

Battery

4200 mAh3110 mAh

Screen size

6.58 inch6.1 inch

Screen type

OLEDLiquid Retina IPS LCD
  • Chipset: Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+) on the Huawei P40 Pro, Apple A13 Bionic on the iPhone 11.
  • The Huawei P40 Pro has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.
  • The Huawei P40 Pro has a bigger battery: 4200 mAh vs 3110 mAh.

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 specs

The Huawei P40 Pro and iPhone 11 have clear differences that suit different users. The Huawei P40 Pro offers a larger, higher-resolution OLED screen and more RAM, making it well suited for media and multitasking. It also has a bigger battery and supports 5G networks. The P40 Pro has higher megapixel cameras for more detailed photos, while the iPhone 11 offers multiple storage options. Choosing between them depends on whether you prioritise screen quality, camera detail, software updates or ecosystem compatibility.

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 price

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 battery life and software updates

Durability covers battery capacity, software updates, and operating systems. These factors affect how long the device lasts between charges and how current its software remains.

Battery Capacity

The Huawei P40 Pro has a 4200 mAh battery, which is larger than the iPhone 11's 3110 mAh. This means the P40 Pro is suited to users who need longer battery life throughout the day without frequent charging.

Operating System Choice

Huawei P40 Pro runs on Android, which offers broad app compatibility and customisation. The iPhone 11 uses iOS, known for its smooth integration with Apple services and consistent updates. Your preference for Android or iOS will guide this choice.

Battery

4200 mAh3110 mAh

Fast charging

40 WN/A

Foldable

NoNo

Ip rating

IP68IP68

Software updates

N/ASupported, up to iOS 27

Wireless charging

YesYes

Year of release

20202019

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 performance

Performance depends on chipset power, RAM capacity, and storage options. These impact speed, multitasking ability and how much data you can keep on the device.

Chipset and RAM

The Huawei P40 Pro has the Kirin 990 5G chipset and 8 GB of RAM, which supports keeping more apps open and smoother multitasking. The iPhone 11 has the Apple A13 Bionic chipset and 4 GB RAM, which is optimised for iOS and delivers efficient performance for everyday use.

Storage Options

The iPhone 11 comes in three storage sizes: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, offering flexibility depending on your storage needs. The Huawei P40 Pro is available with 256GB storage, which suits users who want plenty of space without choosing between sizes.

Chipset

Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+)Apple A13 Bionic

RAM

8 GB4 GB

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 screen

Screen quality influences how enjoyable your viewing experience is, affecting resolution, size and display type.

Screen Size and Resolution

The Huawei P40 Pro has a larger 6.58 inch screen with a higher resolution of 1200 x 2640 pixels, providing more space and sharper detail. The iPhone 11 has a 6.1 inch screen with 828 x 1792 pixels, which works well for everyday use but offers less screen real estate.

Screen Type

Huawei P40 Pro features an OLED screen, known for deep blacks and vibrant colours, making it suited for media lovers. The iPhone 11 uses Liquid Retina IPS LCD, which delivers accurate colours and good viewing angles, suited for general use.

Refresh rate

90 HzN/A

Resolution

1200 x 2640828 x 1792

Screen size

6.58 inch6.1 inch

Screen type

OLEDLiquid Retina IPS LCD

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 camera

Audiovisual features matter if you use your phone for selfies, video calls or photography. Front and main camera quality are key here.

Front Camera

The Huawei P40 Pro has a 32 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail in selfies and video calls. The iPhone 11's front camera is 12 megapixels, suitable for everyday selfies with balanced quality.

Main Camera

Huawei P40 Pro's 50 megapixel main camera is designed for users who want high-resolution photos with fine detail. The iPhone 11 has a 12 megapixel main camera, which performs well for everyday photography but with fewer pixels.

Front camera

32 megapixels12 megapixels

Main camera

50 megapixels12 megapixels

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 size and design

Other features include network compatibility, physical dimensions, connectors and SIM card options, impacting convenience and connectivity.

Network and SIM Options

Huawei P40 Pro supports 5G, offering faster mobile internet where available, which suits users wanting the latest network speeds. It has dual physical SIM slots, ideal for those who use two separate phone numbers. The iPhone 11 supports 4G and offers one physical SIM plus eSIM, which can be more flexible for switching carriers without changing SIM cards.

Connector Type

Huawei P40 Pro uses a USB Type-C connector, common on many devices for charging and accessories. The iPhone 11 uses Apple's Lightning connector, which works with Apple-specific accessories.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

The Huawei P40 Pro measures 158.2 mm in height, 72.6 mm in width and 9 mm in depth, weighing 209 g, making it a larger and slightly heavier device. The iPhone 11 is 150.9 mm in height, 75.7 mm in width and 8.3 mm in depth, weighing 194 g, which may suit users preferring a lighter and more compact phone.

Expandable Storage

Huawei P40 Pro supports NM (Nano Memory) cards for additional storage, useful if you want to increase space beyond the internal memory.

Carrier compatibility

UnlockedUnlocked

Connector

USB-CLightning

Depth

9 mm8.3 mm

Height

158.2 mm150.9 mm

Mobile network

5G4G

Release date

N/A20 September 2019

SD card slot

NM (Nano Memory)No

SIM card

Dual Physical SIMPhysical SIM + eSIM

Weight

209 g194 g

Width

72.6 mm75.7 mm

Huawei P40 Pro or iPhone 11: which should you buy?

Buy the Huawei P40 Pro if

  • you want more RAM (8 GB vs 4 GB)
  • you want a bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3110 mAh)
  • you want a bigger screen (6.58 inch vs 6.1 inch)

Buy the iPhone 11 if

  • you want to spend less: it starts at £163.65, £185.35 less than the Huawei P40 Pro
  • you want a lighter build (194 g vs 209 g)

What our customers say

Customers who bought the Huawei P40 Pro often mention the phone looks like new and performs well over extended use. Many appreciate the camera quality and overall device build. However, several customers report difficulties with Google services, which affect app availability in the UK. Some have found workarounds but note this can cause issues with banking and other apps. Battery life and call quality have been mentioned as concerns by a few users. Overall, the P40 Pro suits users who prioritise hardware quality and camera performance but understand the app ecosystem differences.

The iPhone 11 receives praise for its smooth performance, good battery health, and excellent cosmetic condition even in refurbished models. Many find it easy to use and reliable, with some noting minor screen imperfections that do not affect functionality. The device is seen as a solid choice for everyday use, with users appreciating the familiar iOS environment. Battery life can vary, with a few reports of quicker drains, but overall customer satisfaction is high. The iPhone 11 suits users who want a dependable phone with ongoing software updates and good condition in a refurbished device.

Choosing between these phones depends on whether you value a larger screen and camera detail with the P40 Pro or prefer iOS compatibility and regular updates with the iPhone 11.

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 FAQs

Huawei P40 Pro vs iPhone 11 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Kirin 990 5G (7 nm+) on the Huawei P40 Pro, Apple A13 Bionic on the iPhone 11. The Huawei P40 Pro has more RAM: 8 GB vs 4 GB.

The iPhone 11 is cheaper refurbished, from £163.65 compared with £349 for the Huawei P40 Pro.

The Huawei P40 Pro has a bigger battery: 4200 mAh vs 3110 mAh.

The Huawei P40 Pro has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 12 megapixels.

We don't have published update dates for the Huawei P40 Pro. The iPhone 11 is still supported and can run iOS 27.

Refurbished, the Huawei P40 Pro comes in 256GB, and the iPhone 11 in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB.

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