Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

Compare Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) vs Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU), 12MP vs 12MP camera…

Apple

iPhone 13 Pro Max

$1,099

3categories won

17 categories tied · 22 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 proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Choose the iPhone 13 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone 13 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryiPhone 13 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Pro Max takes battery honors offering 4,352 mAh alongside 27W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraTie

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

🏷️ ValueiPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 vs $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 vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
Screen size	6.1"	6.7"
Resolution	1170 x 2532	1284 x 2778Winner
Pixel density	457 ppi	457 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1200 nits	1200 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)	Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU)
Process node	5 nm	5 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	6 GB	6 GB
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
Main sensor	12 MP	12 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	12 MP
Max video	4K at 60fps ProRes	4K at 60fps ProRes

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
Capacity	3,095 mAh	4,352 mAhWinner
Wired charging	23 W	27 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
Weight	204 gWinner	240 g
Thickness	7.65 mm	7.65 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design	Ceramic Shield front, textured matte glass back, stainless steel design

Software and support

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

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 13 Pro, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Specification	iPhone 13 Pro	iPhone 13 Pro Max
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	$999Winner	$1,099