What can the iPhone 11 do? The features at a glance

What inspires us and what is missing

👍 Good value for money: Used or refurbished, the iPhone 11 2025 is an affordable option.

👍 Solid performance: The A13 Bionic chip is also sufficient for common apps and games.

👍 Sufficient camera quality: The camera continues to deliver good results for everyday use and social media.

👎 No 5G: It is not ideal for future security in the mobile communications sector.

👎 Display: The LCD is good, but not as brilliant as OLED.

👎 Outdated camera features: No high-end features like optical zoom or AI enhancements.

How long will the iPhone 11 continue to receive updates?

The iPhone 11 will still receive iOS 18 with new features and security updates in 2025. Apple usually supports iPhones for 5-6 years, after which there are usually only security patches. The last major iOS update is therefore likely to be released in 2025 or 2026, with security updates even longer.

➡ If you want long-term software updates, you should consider a newer model.

Powercheck: Is the A13 Bionic Chip still up to date?

The A13 Bionic chip was one of the fastest of its time and still delivers enough power for social media, streaming and light gaming in 2025. Demanding applications such as photo editing run solidly, but the latest games show that it is no longer at the top.

➡ The performance is sufficient for everyday use, but if you want more power, you should consider a newer model like the iPhone 12 or iPhone 13.

These values ​​come from Geekbench 6, a popular benchmark tool for measuring processor performance. The scores provide an initial orientation to the raw performance of a chip, but do not always reflect everyday performance - factors such as software optimization, battery status and background processes influence the result.

📌 You can learn more about the significance of Geekbench scores in our blog article.

How good is the iPhone 11 camera?

A test by tech YouTuber Irina Tech found that the iPhone 11's camera delivers solid results, especially in daylight. However, compared to newer models like the iPhone 12 and 13, it lacks a bit of fine-tuning. While photos show little difference in good lighting conditions, the iPhone 13 has the edge thanks to its larger sensor and better stabilization - especially in videos and night shots.

➡ The iPhone 11’s camera is sufficient for everyday use, but if you want better low-light performance and more stable videos, you should iPhone 12 or 13 grab.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjosGytrIJI

How long does the battery last?

In a short, tech YouTuber DariusKracht showed that the iPhone 11 has a battery life of 5 hours and 10 minutes with intensive use, while the iPhone 12 lasted almost 2 hours longer in comparison. For normal use, the iPhone 11's battery is usually enough for the day, but with intensive use it can be tight.

➡ If you stream, play games or take photos a lot, you should consider using a power bank or opt for the iPhone 12, which lasts noticeably longer.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/o2UHmJ-MhGM

📱 91Tech: “Still a good phone – with a few drawbacks”

Tech YouTuber Josh from 91Tech has tested the iPhone 11 2024 again and comes to a clear conclusion: It is still a solid smartphone, but not without weaknesses.

He rates it positively:

✔ Good performance thanks to A13 Bionic – still runs smoothly even with iOS 18

✔ Camera with ultra-wide angle, solid image quality in daylight

✔ Price-performance ratio – available used for around 160€

His criticisms:

❌ LCD display appears less brilliant compared to OLEDs

❌ Battery life with around 5 hours of intensive use is only average

❌ No 5G or MagSafe

➡ Conclusion from 91Tech: If you are looking for a cheap, reliable iPhone, you can be happy with the iPhone 11 for a few more years. However, for better battery life, display quality and future-proofing, newer models are the better choice.

source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFE5EVIvogM&t=5s

Conclusion – What else is the iPhone 11 suitable for?

• everyday use: Social media, messaging, streaming and light photo editing run smoothly.

• Solid second/backup phone: Good performance for an inexpensive replacement device.

• Affordable entry-level iPhone: If you want to enter the Apple world, you can get iOS with regular updates here.

• company or work cell phone: Still absolutely usable for emails, telephony and simple apps.

➡ Our verdict: The iPhone 11 may no longer be cutting edge, but it's still a solid choice as an affordable, reliable iPhone for everyday use.