Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 18

Compare Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 18 side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Apple A20 (2nm TSMC), 12MP vs 48MP camera, 4352mAh vs…

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iPhone 18

$899

12categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 18 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 18 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, outperforming on measurable specifications. For battery longevity and charging speed, the iPhone 13 Pro Max takes the lead, while the iPhone 18 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the iPhone 18 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 13 Pro Max if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiPhone 13 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Pro Max wins on endurance with 4,352 mAh and 27W fast charging.

🎮 GamingiPhone 18

iPhone 18 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Apple A20 (2nm TSMC) and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueiPhone 18

iPhone 18 wins on budget and value at $899 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 18: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Screen size	6.7"	6.3"
Resolution	1284 x 2778Winner	1179 x 2556
Pixel density	457 ppi	447 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nits	3000 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Apple A20 (2nm TSMC)
Process node	5 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	6 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	18 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 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Capacity	4,352 mAhWinner	3,800 mAh
Wired charging	27 W	35 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Weight	240 g	172 gWinner
Thickness	7.65 mm	7.6 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, Apple iPhone 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
Operating system	iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 18	iOS 20
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 18
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro Max	iPhone 18
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	$899Winner