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iPhone 17e vs iQOO Z11xa 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

iQOO Z11xa 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Apple · 2026

iPhone 17e

iPhone 17e
75/ 100
Launch price$599
Iqoo · 2026

iQOO Z11xa 5G

iQOO Z11xa 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iQOO Z11xa 5G wins 4 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17e
iPhone 17e
1 win
iQOO Z11xa 5G
iQOO Z11xa 5G
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
iPhone 17eiQOO Z11xa 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 17e
    93
    66
  • Camerafrom specsiQOO Z11xa 5G
    77
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiQOO Z11xa 5G
    60
    88
  • Batteryfrom specsiQOO Z11xa 5G
    32
    83
  • Displayfrom specsiQOO Z11xa 5G
    52
    65
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G has the bigger battery7,200 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G charges faster44W vs 30W
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G has the bigger screen6.76" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 219 g
  • iQOO Z11xa 5G has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 17e
  • ✓50 g lighter (169 g vs 219 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy iQOO Z11xa 5G
  • ✓Bigger 7,200 mAh battery (+3,195 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.76" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17eiQOO Z11xa 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 iQOO Z11xa 5G Wins Display
Screen typeOLED Super Retina XDRLCD
Screen Size6.1"6.76"
Resolution & Density2532x1170 (460 ppi)2344x1080
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1,200 nits peak1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17e Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 (3nm)MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (5-core)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 26Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iQOO Z11xa 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Fusion 48MP50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.932 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 17e Lightest Chassis
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mmN/A
Weight169 g219 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68/IP69
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iQOO Z11xa 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,005 mAh7,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging44W
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth6.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$599Price on request
Our verdict

iQOO Z11xa 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

The iQOO Z11xa 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,200 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and faster charging (44W vs 30W). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 219 g).

Buy iPhone 17e if you want

Lighter: 169 g vs 219 g (50 g less)

Buy iQOO Z11xa 5G if you want

Larger battery: 7,200 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Faster wired charging: 44W vs 30W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17e or iQOO Z11xa 5G?

The iQOO Z11xa 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,200 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and faster charging (44W vs 30W). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 219 g). BeastScore: iPhone 17e 74.9/100, iQOO Z11xa 5G 86.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17e and iQOO Z11xa 5G?

iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. iQOO Z11xa 5G has a 6.76-inch display and 7200 mAh battery.

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