Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic; launch prices were $999 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads — 67/100 vs 65/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4352 mAh vs 3095); the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 240g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 4352 vs 3095 mAh
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max leads (38/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max — 44/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 75/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 73/100. In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (38/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Apple A15 Bionic | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1413275 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2315 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 5753 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1284x2778 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 4352 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 141 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | iOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 160.8×78.1×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 240 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1284x2778
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- 4352 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone 13 Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 75/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 73/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (38/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone 13 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max — 67/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is a better fit for active users.