Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Our Verdict: There's two years between the iPhone 13 Pro Max and the iPhone 15 Pro, so the iPhone 15 Pro is ahead on most things. The 15 Pro 5G has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the 13 Pro Max's 12MP, and there's more battery in the 13 Pro Max, 4352mAh to 3274mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.1", and the 15 Pro 5G uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 13 Pro Max's LCD. Coming from the 13 Pro Max, the 15 Pro 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 13 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £289 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
4.3 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1179 x 2556 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 461 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A17 Pro |
| Battery | 4,352 mAh | 3,274 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 187 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 | - |
£68.67/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.00 | £429.99 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 6.1", 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 15 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £289.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 15 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses the Apple A17 Pro .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 51g lighter at 187 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 15 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.