Between the HERO (2024) and HERO11 Black, the HERO (2024) comes out ahead in several specs, while the HERO11 Black wins on max 4k fps and waterproof depth. Overall, the HERO (2024) scores 35 and the HERO11 Black scores 95 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The HERO11 Black is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 60.0 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The HERO (2024) doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the HERO11 Black if you care most about max 4k fps and waterproof depth. Its strongest claims are max 4k fps, waterproof depth, horizon lock, among others.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the HERO11 Black is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why GoPro - HERO (2024) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why GoPro - HERO11 Black wins
- ▲Max 4K fps — 300.00% more. 120 vs 30.
- ▲Waterproof depth — 100.00% more. 10 m vs 5 m.
- ▲Has Horizon lock.
- ▲Max video: 5.3K (vs 4K30).
- ▲Stabilization: gimbal-class (vs advanced).
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO11 Black |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K30 | 5.3Klead |
| Max 4K fps | 30 | 120lead |
| HDRⓘ | false | truelead |
| Log profileⓘ | false | false |
Stabilization
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO11 Black |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon lock | false | truelead |
| Stabilization | advanced | gimbal-classlead |
Durability
| Spec | GoPro - HERO (2024) | GoPro - HERO11 Black |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproof depth | 5 m | 10 mlead |
| Weight | 86 glead | 153 g |
| Removable lens | false | false |
Frequently asked
Spec-level deep dives
More from the same brands
vsMars is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more.