Apple iPhone 13 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Apple iPhone 13 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Pro Max has a larger 6.7-inch screen, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 48MP rear camera; the 13 mainly responds with 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 display quality, while the 13 is the one to consider for portability.

Over a full contract, the 13 works out around £394 all-in, about £466 less than the 15 Pro Max 5G.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.5
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch
457 460
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Apple A17 Pro
Battery
3,227 mAh 4,422 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 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 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm
Weight
173 grams 221 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £68.17/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£189.00 £499.00
Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.5
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1290 x 2796
Pixels Per Inch 457 460
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Apple A17 Pro
Battery 3,227 mAh 4,422 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 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 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm
Weight 173 grams 221 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£68.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £189.00 £499.00
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Apple iPhone 13
Apple iPhone 13

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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

12 Months

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Data

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Unlimited

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £394.36 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

The Apple iPhone 15 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 15 Pro Max has a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 48g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, and is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

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

Both phones run Apple iOS.