Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro

Our Verdict: Look first at a lower current starting price, about £200 versus £468, where the Apple iPhone 13 has the stronger claim; the Apple iPhone 15 Pro pushes back with a higher-resolution 48MP main camera. Apple iPhone 13 is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £268. Camera resolution favours Apple iPhone 15 Pro at 48MP, though megapixels alone do not decide image quality. In short, the Apple iPhone 13 suits buyers trying to keep the upfront or SIM-free spend lower, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro suits buyers who will use its extra hardware advantages.

The 13 is the cheaper one to own: around £433 over a typical contract, £428 less than the 15 Pro 5G.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.3
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.1"
Display
OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch
457 461
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A17 Pro
Battery
3,227 mAh 3,274 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight
173 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £68.67/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£199.95 £419.00

Prices updated 19 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.3
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.1"
Display OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1179 x 2556
Pixels Per Inch 457 461
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A17 Pro
Battery 3,227 mAh 3,274 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight 173 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£68.67/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £199.95 £419.00
Prices updated 19 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13
Apple iPhone 13

24 Months

128GB

Green

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£12.99 per month, £99 upfront.

Use code: IDM10OFF (£10)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Apple iPhone 15 Pro

12 Months

256GB

Natural Titanium

Refurbished

30GB

Data

£68.67 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £433.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 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 15 Pro has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £199.95.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses the Apple A17 Pro .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 13 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 173 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 13 is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro?

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 15 Pro run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.