Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the Apple iPhone 13 mini comes in £689.96 cheaper than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max. Display is a trade-off — 6.9" on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max versus 477 PPI on the Apple iPhone 13 mini. On paper, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max wins the camera battle with 48MP on the rear. Selfie fans take note: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 18MP front camera.
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Apple iPhone 13 mini
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.4 11 reviews |
| Screen | 5.4" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1320 x 2868 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 477 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A19 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 141 grams | 233 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£20.00/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £172.99 | £1109.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper on contract at £524.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" 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 458, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 48 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 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £172.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two — it's 92g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
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 17 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.