Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Our Verdict: The iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro Max are five years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 18 Pro Max leads on camera hardware with a 48MP main sensor to the 13 Pro's 12MP, plus a 18MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery of the two, 5391mAh against 3095mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. Storage goes higher on the 18 Pro Max, up to 2TB against 1TB, and the 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen, 6.9" against 6.1". If you're on the 13 Pro, the 18 Pro Max is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the 13 Pro starts at £239 SIM-free.
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
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| Release Date | 24 September 2021 | 18 September 2026 |
| Expert Rating |
4.3 13 reviews |
4.5 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.9" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1320 x 2868 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 458 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 18 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) |
| Battery | 3,095 mAh | 5,391 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Apple iOS |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e- SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm | 163.4 x 78.0 x 8.75 mm |
| Weight | 204 grams | 249 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts | - |
£11.95/mo
£1055.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £239.00 | £1297.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and both use Super Retina XDR OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 18 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 or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max uses the Apple A20 Pro (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 45g lighter at 204 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.