{"id":188,"date":"2026-11-01T11:31:44","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T11:31:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.iphone-deals.com\/?p=188"},"modified":"2026-11-01T18:06:01","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T18:06:01","slug":"iphone-11-vs-iphone-12-kenya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/iphone-11-vs-iphone-12-kenya\/","title":{"rendered":"iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 Kenya: Is KSh 5,000 Extra Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 question, the price gap at iPhone Deals is KSh 5,000 for 64GB and KSh 6,500 for 128GB. The iPhone 11 starts at KSh 25,000 and the iPhone 12 at KSh 30,000. For the extra money you get an OLED screen, a newer chip, 5G support and MagSafe. If you mostly use calls, WhatsApp, M-PESA and social apps, the iPhone 11 is the cheaper phone that still does the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prices below were checked on 1 November 2026 on the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/iphones\/iphone-11\">iPhone 11 page<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/iphones\/iphone-12\">iPhone 12 page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In this guide<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#prices\">Prices side by side<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#extra\">What the extra KSh 5,000 buys<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#screen\">The cost people forget: a cracked screen<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#who\">Who should buy which<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#checks\">What to check before you pay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#prices\">iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 prices at iPhone Deals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#extra\">What does the extra KSh 5,000 buy you?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#screen\">The cost people forget: a cracked screen<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#who\">Who should buy the iPhone 11, and who should buy the iPhone 12?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#checks\">What to check before you pay for either phone<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq\">iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prices\">iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 prices at iPhone Deals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Storage<\/th><th>iPhone 11<\/th><th>iPhone 12<\/th><th>Difference<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>64GB<\/td><td>KSh 25,000<\/td><td>KSh 30,000<\/td><td>KSh 5,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>128GB<\/td><td>KSh 28,500<\/td><td>KSh 35,000<\/td><td>KSh 6,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>256GB<\/td><td>KSh 33,000<\/td><td>Not listed on the iPhone 12 page<\/td><td>n\/a<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are the listed prices for each storage size. The final price depends on colour and condition (New, Refurbished, Ex-UK or Used), and the shop confirms the condition of each unit before you order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-9.png\" alt=\"Two iPhones side by side for an iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 comparison\" class=\"wp-image-37\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-9.png 940w, https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-9-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-9-766x402.png 766w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extra\">What does the extra KSh 5,000 buy you?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>iPhone 11<\/th><th>iPhone 12<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Chip<\/td><td>A13 Bionic<\/td><td>A14 Bionic<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Screen<\/td><td>6.1-inch LCD<\/td><td>6.1-inch OLED<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5G<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MagSafe accessories<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chip and screen details come from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/iphone\/compare\/?modelList=iphone-11%2Ciphone-12%2Ciphone-13\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple&#8217;s compare page<\/a>. 5G only helps if your network has 5G coverage where you live and work. For everyday apps, both phones are fast enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-7.png\" alt=\"iPhone screen lit up, relevant to the iPhone 11 LCD and iPhone 12 OLED screen difference\" class=\"wp-image-35\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-7.png 728w, https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-7-300x212.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"screen\">The cost people forget: a cracked screen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Model<\/th><th>Screen replacement<\/th><th>Difference<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>iPhone 11<\/td><td>KSh 6,500<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iPhone 12<\/td><td>KSh 11,000<\/td><td>KSh 4,500 more than the iPhone 11<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those are the screen replacement prices on the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/repairs\">iPhone Deals repairs page<\/a>. One cracked screen on an iPhone 12 costs KSh 4,500 more to fix than on an iPhone 11. That is close to the KSh 5,000 you paid extra at the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"477\" src=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-6.png\" alt=\"Side view of a black iPhone on a blue background\" class=\"wp-image-34\" srcset=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-6.png 674w, https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-6-300x212.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 674px) 100vw, 674px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also note that the <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/warranty\">warranty page<\/a> says there is no warranty on the screen. A screen problem on a phone you have just bought is not covered, so inspect the screen before you pay. For more on iPhone 12 repair prices, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/iphone-12-screen-replacement-price-in-kenya\/\">iPhone 12 screen replacement guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who\">Who should buy the iPhone 11, and who should buy the iPhone 12?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Buy the iPhone 11 if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>your budget is around KSh 25,000 to KSh 28,500<\/li>\n\n\n<li>this is your first iPhone or a backup phone<\/li>\n\n\n<li>you can live without an OLED screen and 5G<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Buy the iPhone 12 if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>you want an OLED screen and a newer chip<\/li>\n\n\n<li>you plan to keep the phone for several years<\/li>\n\n\n<li>you want to use MagSafe chargers and cases<\/li>\n\n\n<li>you have 5G coverage in your area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apple decides how many more iOS versions each model gets, so check Apple&#8217;s current compatibility list before you buy either one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"checks\">What to check before you pay for either phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same checks apply to both models. Run the 8 checks in our <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/buy-used-iphone-11-kenya\/\">guide to buying a used iPhone 11<\/a>, and check the serial number and IMEI using our <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/iphone-12-imei-check-kenya\/\">iPhone 12 IMEI check guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask to inspect the exact phone you will pay for. The shop&#8217;s own <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/is-iphone-deals-legit\/\">seller and listing checks page<\/a> gives the same advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Devices from iPhone Deals carry a 6-month warranty on network and charging issues, earpiece, microphone, speaker and software malfunctions unrelated to third-party apps. Read the full <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/warranty\">warranty terms<\/a> before you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much more is an iPhone 12 than an iPhone 11 at iPhone Deals?<\/strong><br>KSh 5,000 more for 64GB (KSh 30,000 against KSh 25,000) and KSh 6,500 more for 128GB (KSh 35,000 against KSh 28,500).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does the iPhone 11 have 5G?<\/strong><br>No. The iPhone 12 does support 5G.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which phone is cheaper to repair?<\/strong><br>The iPhone 11. Its screen replacement is KSh 6,500 against KSh 11,000 for the iPhone 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is the iPhone 11 still worth buying?<\/strong><br>At KSh 25,000 it is the cheapest option here. Whether it is worth it depends on how long you want to keep it, because the iPhone 12 has a newer chip and an OLED screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where can I see both phones in Nairobi?<\/strong><br>At Kimathi House, 4th Floor, Suite 404, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Confirm stock on 0700 555 507 before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guide maintained by iPhone Deals, Kimathi House, 4th Floor, Suite 404, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, Kenya. Phone: 0700 555 507. Open Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Prices checked on 1 November 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sources: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/iphone\/compare\/?modelList=iphone-11%2Ciphone-12%2Ciphone-13\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple iPhone compare<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/iphones\/iphone-11\">iPhone 11 price page<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/iphones\/iphone-12\">iPhone 12 price page<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/repairs\">iPhone Deals repairs page<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/warranty\">iPhone Deals warranty page<\/a>. Related reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/iphone-12-64gb-or-128gb-kenya\/\">iPhone 12 64GB or 128GB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/iphone-deals.com\/blog\/best-iphone-11-model-to-buy-in-kenya-2026-11-vs-pro-vs-pro-max\/\">best iPhone 11 model to buy<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On the iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 question, the price gap at iPhone Deals is KSh 5,000 for 64GB and KSh 6,500 for 128GB. The iPhone 11 starts at KSh 25,000 and the iPhone 12 at KSh 30,000. For the extra money you get an OLED screen, a newer chip, 5G support and MagSafe. 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