Is The IPhone11 Still Worth USing in 2025

If you're thinking of using an iPhone11 in 2025, you might wondering if it's still a good choice. Let's break it down based on it's performance, software, price and who it's best for.

Performance
 

The iPhone11 has an A13 chip. For everyday tasks like using Wechat, watching short videos, or playing simple games, it works smoothly. But if you want to play big games, you'll need to lower the graphic settings.

Battery life depends on it's health. If your battery health is over 85%, it can last through a say of moderate use. However, if the battery is old, you may need to replace it, which costs around 500 yuan from Apple.

Software Support

Good news! The iPhone 11 can still run the latest iOS 18, including the iOS18.3 update from February2025. But it might not get updates past iOS19 or 20.

While it works fine, it misses out on new AI features(like Visual Intelligence) and advanced camera improvements that newer iPhones have.

Camera and Display
The iPhone 11 has a dual-camera system (ultrawide and wide). It takes decent photos in good light, but it's night mode and deep fusion features aren't as good as nwer models. The 6.1 inch LCD screen shows colors accurately, but it's not as bright or high-ccontras as the OLED screens on phones like the iPhone 13 Pro.

Price and Value

On the second-hand market, a128GB iPhone 11 in good condition costs about 1500-2000yuan. That's a better deal than most mid-range Android phones at the same price. But if you can spend more, the new iPhone16e starts at 22900 Thai Baht ( about 4500yuan0, and it offers much better performance.

Who Should (and Shouldn't ) Use It
Recommended for:
People on a budget who want to stay in the iOS ecosytem.|
Those who only use their phone for basic tasks like calling, messaging, and streaming.

Not Recommended for:
Photography enthusiasts or serious  gamers.
People who want the latest features, like satelite communication or 5G RedCap

Conclusion
In 2025, the iPhone 11 can still work well as a backup phone or a basic main phone, especially if you don't need top perfornance. But if you can afford it, consider the iphone13 Pro Max or the new iPhone 16e for a longer-lasting and better experience.