Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 13 mini
Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £129.13 less with the Apple iPhone 13 than the Apple iPhone 13 mini. That said, neither phone sweeps the display: the Apple iPhone 13 is bigger at 6.1" while the Apple iPhone 13 mini is sharper at 477 PPI. For a lighter carry, the Apple iPhone 13 mini wins at 141g. SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 comes in at £173.99 — the lower starting price of the two.
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Apple iPhone 13
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Apple iPhone 13 mini
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| Expert Rating | 5.0 10 reviews |
4.7 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 5.4" |
| Display | OLED | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 477 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.0 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm | 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 173 grams | 141 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£49.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£39.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £173.99 | £179.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 13 mini cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £421.62 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £49.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The Apple iPhone 13 has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 457, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 13 mini has a Super Retina XDR OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The Apple iPhone 13 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 13 mini has a 12 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 or Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £173.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 13 mini comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 13 mini use?
The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses the Apple A15 Bionic.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two — it's 32g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 13 mini?
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 and Apple iPhone 13 mini run?
Both phones run Apple iOS.