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iPhone 13 vs iPhone 13 Pro Max

16 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

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iPhone 13 has advantages in design & dimensions, while iPhone 13 Pro Max has advantages in battery, performance.

Top Differences

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✓36 registry fields

Video playback19 hours → 28 hours
Weight174 g → 240 g
Streamed video hours15 → 25
Refresh rateUnknown → 120 Hz
Fast chargeUp to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) → Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Video playbackiPhone 13 Pro Max

19 hours compared with 28 hours

WeightiPhone 13

174 g compared with 240 g

Streamed video hoursiPhone 13 Pro Max

15 compared with 25

Refresh rateDifferent, with no automatic winner

Unknown compared with 120 Hz

Fast chargeDifferent, with no automatic winner

Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) compared with Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)

Full Comparison

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✓36 registry fields

FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
ZoomMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom rangeNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Display sizeMinor difference2 official sources6.1 in6.7 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
Refresh rateMarginal difference1 official sourceUnknown120 HzHigher refresh rates make motion and scrolling feel smoother.
Outdoor brightnessMinor difference2 official sources800 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdr1,000 nits typical; 1,200 nits hdrHigher outdoor brightness improves sunlight readability.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2532-by-1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi2778-by-1284-pixel resolution at 458 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Video playbackMeaningful difference2 official sources19 hours28 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Fast chargeMarginal difference2 official sourcesUp to 50% charge in 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes 13 with 20W adapter or higher (available separately)Shorter top-up time matters during travel and busy days.
Audio playback hoursMarginal difference2 official sources7595No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Streamed video hoursMeaningful difference2 official sources1525No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
WeightMeaningful difference2 official sources174 g240 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources146.7160.8No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources71.578.1No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ColorsMarginal difference1 official sourcePinkUnknownNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 13, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones, which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone 13 Pro Max, USB-C to Lightning Cable, Documentation, We encourage you to re-use your current USB-A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones, which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
ListMarginal difference2 official sourcesFace ID, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorFace ID, LiDAR Scanner, Barometer, Three-axis gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensorNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Gpu coresMarginal difference2 official sources45No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

ChipA15 Bionic
Main camera12 MP
RatingRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529
Front camera12 MP
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
U.S. SIMDual SIM
Depth mm7.65

Which should you buy?

iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro Max trade strengths: iPhone 13 leads in Design, while iPhone 13 Pro Max leads in Battery and Performance.

CHOOSE IPHONE 13
  • Choose iPhone 13 if you prioritize design.
CHOOSE IPHONE 13 PRO MAX
  • Choose iPhone 13 Pro Max if you prioritize battery and performance.

Category-by-category

BATTERY · iPhone 13 Pro Max

Leads in battery.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone 13

Leads in design.

PERFORMANCE · iPhone 13 Pro Max

Leads in performance.

DISPLAY · Comparable

Comparable across display.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

REAR CAMERAS · Comparable

Comparable across camera.

FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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