Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone Duo
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $1099 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 67/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger battery (4883 mAh vs 4352); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is thinner (7.7mm vs 11.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone Duo
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 240g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1999
- Better camera (73/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (39/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 4883 vs 4352 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs the Apple iPhone Duo, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 5 points higher (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (59/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max — 44/100, Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (73/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (59/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (39/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | Apple iPhone Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3434654 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 4733 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 12836 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1284x2778 | 1878x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4352 mAh | 4883 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×78.1×7.7 mm | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | |
| Weight | 240 g | 254 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1284x2778
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 4352 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and Apple iPhone Duo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max by 58.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $900. Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max was $900 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (97/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (73/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (59/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (39/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Apple iPhone Duo — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads on camera score (73/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max over the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users.