Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Our Verdict: The iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPhone 13 Pro Max are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 13 Pro Max supports 5G while the 11 Pro Max tops out at 4G, and the 13 Pro Max goes up to 1TB of storage, where the 11 Pro Max tops out at 512GB. The 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.5", and the 11 Pro Max uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 13 Pro Max's LCD. The 13 Pro Max is the better phone; upgrade from the 11 Pro Max if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
Buying outright, the 11 Pro Max starts at £180 SIM-free.
17 reviews 4.5
10 reviews
Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 17 reviews |
4.5 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1284 x 2778 |
| 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 | 4,352 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | Info unavailable |
| Weight | 226 grams | 238 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £279.00 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 6.5", 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 Pro Max has a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max 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 Pro Max?
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 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 226 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.