Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Our Verdict: There's only a year between the iPhone 12 Pro Max and the iPhone 13 Pro, so expect small changes rather than big ones. There's more battery in the 12 Pro Max, 3687mAh to 3095mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and storage goes higher on the 13 Pro, up to 1TB against 512GB. The 12 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.1", and the 13 Pro is the lighter phone at 204g against 228g. Get the 13 Pro for a few more years of updates, or save money with the 12 Pro Max if you don't mind.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 12 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £230 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 20 July 2026
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 2532 x 1170 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Battery | 3,687 mAh | 3,095 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | iOS14 | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e- SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.4 mm | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 228 grams | 204 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £229.99 | £262.00 |
| Prices updated 20 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 12 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 204 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 13 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max runs iOS14 and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro runs Apple iOS. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.