Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Our Verdict: The iPhone 13 Pro Max and the iPhone 17 Pro are four years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 17 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 13 Pro Max's 12MP, plus a 18MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.3". The 17 Pro uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 13 Pro Max's LCD, and the 17 Pro is the lighter phone at 206g against 238g. Coming from the 13 Pro Max, the 17 Pro is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 13 Pro Max starts at £289 SIM-free.
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Prices updated 17 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
4.5 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.3" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1206 x 2622 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A19 Pro |
| Battery | 4,352 mAh | 3,988 mAh |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 206 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 | - |
£33.00/mo
£199.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.00 | £939.99 |
| Prices updated 17 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", 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 17 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 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 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 17 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses the Apple A19 Pro.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 206 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17 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 17 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 17 Pro run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.