Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11

Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 11 is the newer of the two, a 2026 release against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 2021. The Pixel 11 leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the iPhone 13 Pro Max's 12MP, and the Pixel 11 packs the bigger battery, 4985mAh against 4352mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.7" against 6.3" and sharper at 457 PPI, and storage goes higher on the iPhone 13 Pro Max, up to 1TB against 512GB. The Pixel 11 is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.

Buying outright, the iPhone 13 Pro Max starts at £320 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.5
10 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.3"
Display
Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
1284 x 2778 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
457 421
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery
4,352 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 17
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
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
Info unavailable 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
238 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £24.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£319.99 £799.00
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Google Pixel 11 Google Pixel 11
Expert Rating 4.5
10 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.3"
Display Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution 1284 x 2778 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 457 421
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery 4,352 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 17
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
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions Info unavailable 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 238 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £24.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £319.99 £799.00
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

128GB

Sierra Blue

Refurbished

From £319.99

Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 11

24 Months

256GB

Frost

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

Exclusive Deal Details

£24.99 a month, £9 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 11's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the Google Pixel 11 has a OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 11 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 Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £319.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 11 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Google Pixel 11 uses the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11?

The Google Pixel 11 is the more portable of the two: it's 41g lighter at 197 grams.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Google Pixel 11 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Google Pixel 11 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 11 runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.