Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 17e
Our Verdict: There's four years between the iPhone 13 Pro Max and the iPhone 17e, so the iPhone 17e is ahead on most things. The 17e has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and the 13 Pro Max offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the 17e. The 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.7" against 6.1", and the 17e uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the 13 Pro Max's LCD. Coming from the 13 Pro Max, the 17e 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 16 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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Apple iPhone 17e
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1170 x 2532 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A19 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,352 mAh | 4,005 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 169 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 | - |
£25.99/mo
£0.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.00 | £545.57 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17e'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 17e has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e?
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 17e?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 17e comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 17e use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 17e uses the Apple A19 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 17e is the more portable of the two: it's 69g lighter at 169 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.