Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

Our Verdict: The specs favour Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max where it counts most, with solid core specs. The SIM-free gap favours Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max: £249.99 compared with £349.99 for Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max. Most buyers should start with Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, then move to Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max only for its specific strengths.

Buying outright, the 13 Pro Max starts at £272 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.5
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1284 x 2778 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch
457 460
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Battery
4,352 mAh 4,323 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS 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/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
Info unavailable 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight
238 grams 240 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
- £13.00/mo (£305.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£272.00 £369.00

Prices updated 20 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Expert Rating 4.5
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1284 x 2778 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch 457 460
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Battery 4,352 mAh 4,323 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS 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/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions Info unavailable 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
Weight 238 grams 240 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 - £13.00/mo
£305.00 upfront
SIM-free £272.00 £369.00
Prices updated 20 July 2026
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

128GB

Graphite

Refurbished

From £272

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max

24 Months

128GB

Space Black

Refurbished

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £305 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 14 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 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £272.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max use?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

They weigh about the same (238 grams vs 240 grams).

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.