Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 13
Our Verdict: The iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPhone 13 are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 13 supports 5G while the 11 Pro Max tops out at 4G, and the 11 Pro Max has the bigger battery of the two, 3969mAh against 3227mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.5" against 6.1", and the 13 is the lighter phone at 173g against 226g. Coming from the 11 Pro Max, the 13 is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 11 Pro Max starts at £180 SIM-free.
17 reviews 4.6
10 reviews
Prices updated 19 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 13
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.6 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 2532 x 1170 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 3,227 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e- SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 173 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £199.00 |
| Prices updated 19 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 456 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 13 has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 13 uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 53g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, and is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.