Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro
The 13 is the cheaper one to own: around £433 over a typical contract, £428 less than the 15 Pro 5G.
10 reviews 4.3
12 reviews
Prices updated 19 July 2026
Apple iPhone 13
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro
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| 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 | ||
| Deals | Deals | |
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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.