Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max versus Apple iPhone 13, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Pro Max is ahead for screen size, with a larger 6.7-inch screen, a larger 4,352 mAh battery, and 128GB to 1000GB storage; the regular 13 is the better match for its OLED panel and a lighter 173g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Pro Max is the better fit for screen size, while the regular 13 is the one to consider for portability.

Buying outright, the 13 starts at £189 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.5
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
OLED Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1284 x 2778
Pixels Per Inch
457 457
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A15 Bionic
Battery
3,227 mAh 4,352 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm Info unavailable
Weight
173 grams 238 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£189.00 £319.99
Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.5
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display OLED Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1284 x 2778
Pixels Per Inch 457 457
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A15 Bionic
Battery 3,227 mAh 4,352 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM Nano 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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm Info unavailable
Weight 173 grams 238 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
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SIM-free £189.00 £319.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses the Apple A15 Bionic.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 65g lighter at 173 grams.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

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

Both phones run Apple iOS.