Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Our verdict: Screen size goes to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max with its 6.9" display. On paper, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max wins the camera battle with 48MP on the rear. Day-to-day comfort favours the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max at 227g. Buying outright? The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is more affordable at £279.00 SIM-free.
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1320 x 2868 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A18 Pro |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 227 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | — |
£43.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £279.00 | £618.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 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 16 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses the Apple A18 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is the more portable of the two — it's 11g lighter at 227 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.