Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 13 Pro versus Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G, the stronger argument is screen size. The Pro has the useful edge there with a larger 6.1-inch screen, a larger 3,095 mAh battery, and 128GB to 1000GB storage. The Mini 5G still has a role if you prefer a lighter 141g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Pro is the stronger choice for screen size, with the Mini 5G better suited to portability.

If you'd rather pay up front, the Mini is the cheaper buy at £202 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.4
11 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.1"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 2532 x 1170
Pixels Per Inch
477 457
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A15 Bionic
Battery
2,406 mAh 3,095 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- 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 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
141 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
£19.00/mo (£29.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£202.00 £259.95
Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 Pro Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.4
11 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.1"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 2532 x 1170
Pixels Per Inch 477 457
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A15 Bionic
Battery 2,406 mAh 3,095 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- 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 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 141 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 £19.00/mo
£29.00 upfront
-
SIM-free £202.00 £259.95
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£19 per month, £29 upfront.

Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Apple iPhone 13 Pro

128GB

Graphite

Refurbished

From £259.95

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 457, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £202.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 13 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 13 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses the Apple A15 Bionic.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 13 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 63g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini and Apple iPhone 13 Pro run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.