Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 17

Compare Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 17 side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Apple A19, 12MP vs 50MP camera, 4352mAh vs 3650mAh battery…

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iPhone 17

$799

11categories won

4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max claims the overall win over the Apple iPhone 17, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the iPhone 13 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the iPhone 13 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 17 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryTie

Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,352 mAh.

🎮 GamingiPhone 13 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Pro Max leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) and 6GB RAM.

📸 CameraiPhone 13 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Pro Max wins photography with 12MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 17

iPhone 17 wins on budget and value at $799 compared to $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 17: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Screen size	6.7"	6.27"
Resolution	1284 x 2778Winner	1179 x 2556
Pixel density	457 ppi	449 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nits	2500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Apple A19
Process node	5 nm	3 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	2,400,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	8900
Maximum RAM	6 GB	8 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Capacity	4,352 mAhWinner	3,650 mAh
Wired charging	27 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Weight	240 g	171 gWinner
Thickness	7.65 mm	7.8 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Aerospace-grade aluminum frame, color-infused matte glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
Operating system	iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 18	iOS 19
OS updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	6 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 17
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 17
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099	$799Winner