Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 16e Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

โœ“ Head-to-Head Comparison: โ€ข PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 11 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 11

AED 1,399

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 60/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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Apple iPhone 16e design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 16e

AED 3,399

๐Ÿ† PriceCR Score: 82/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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โš–๏ธ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 11 starts from AED 1,399, saving approximately AED 2,000 over Apple iPhone 16e (AED 3,399). Choose Apple iPhone 11 for superior price-to-performance, or Apple iPhone 16e if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 11?

  • โœ“ More affordable by AED 2,000 (59% lower price)
  • โœ“ Powered by Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+)

Why choose Apple iPhone 16e?

  • โœ“ Higher primary camera resolution (48MP vs 12MP)
  • โœ“ Lighter in-hand weight (167g vs 194g)
  • โœ“ Powered by Apple A18

๐Ÿ† Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0โ€“100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone 11 (60/100) vs Apple iPhone 16e (82/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | Apple: 75
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 68 | Apple: 84
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Apple: 96
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | Apple: 81
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | Apple: 55
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 65 | Apple: 90

โœจ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

๐ŸŽฎ Best for High-FPS Gaming
Apple iPhone 16e

Scores 81/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

๐Ÿ“ธ Best for Photography & Video
Apple iPhone 16e

Scores 84/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

โšก Battery & Fast Charging King
Apple iPhone 11

Scores 55/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Best Price-to-Performance Value
Apple iPhone 16e

Scores 90/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

๐Ÿ“ก UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 16e Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 11 Apple iPhone 16e
Starting Verified Price AED 1,399
at UAE Retail Stores Advantage
AED 3,399
at UAE Retail Stores
Display & Refresh Rate 6.1 inches (~79.0% screen-to-body ratio), Liquid Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ) 6.1 inches (15.49 cm), Super Retina XDR OLED, 60 Hz
Display Resolution 828 x 1792 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~326 ppi density) 1170x2532 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) Apple A18
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB LPDDR4X RAM 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera Dual: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 120หš, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" 48 MP, f/1.6, Wide Angle, Primary Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" + SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor) 12 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera
Battery & Fast Charging N/A 4005 mAh - Wired, 50% in 30 min
5G Network Support GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS iOS 13, upgradable to iOS 18 iOS v18.3.1
Build, Weight & Protection 194 g (6.84 oz), Glass front (Corning-made), glass back (Corning-made), aluminum frame (7000 series) 167 grams, Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame, IP68 Advantage

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 11 vs Apple iPhone 16e

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16e?

Both Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 16e have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone 11 starts from AED 1,399, whereas Apple iPhone 16e starts from AED 3,399. Apple iPhone 11 offers better value for money by being AED 2,000 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 11 and Apple iPhone 16e in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 11 is priced about AED 2,000 lower than Apple iPhone 16e based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 11 or Apple iPhone 16e?

Apple iPhone 11 features Dual: 12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4ยตm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 120หš, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6" with a high-capacity battery. On the other hand, Apple iPhone 16e comes with 48 MP, f/1.6, Wide Angle, Primary Camera and a 4005 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.