iPhone 11 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max
Quick answer
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the same size as the iPhone 11 Pro Max, 14 grams0.49 ounces heavier.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max on Amazon (paid link) holds a distinct edge because its screen feels instantly smoother and its battery simply carries you further. You pay more for that renewal, but the iPhone 11 Pro Max (paid link) sits on the oldest chip still getting updates, which usually means it won't be supported forever. If you want the smoother feel and extra longevity, the 13 Pro Max is the one to hold.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone 11 Pro Max
Pocket: Unclear
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone 11 Pro Max
from $1,099 at launch.
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from $1,099 at launch.
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TRUE SCALE · 1.3 PX/MM
TRUE SCALE · 2.1 PX/MM
Hand: US Army ANSUR II, 2012 (sex-balanced median). Pockets: The Pudding, 2018. Card: ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1.
iPhone 11 Pro Max: 158 by 77.8 by 8.1 millimetres, 226 grams. iPhone 13 Pro Max: 160.8 by 78.1 by 7.65 millimetres, 240 grams.
11 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 11 Pro Max
from $1,099 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)iPhone 13 Pro Max
from $1,099 at launch.
Launch price, not a live Amazon price.
Check price on Amazon Renewed (paid link)
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Height: 11 Pro Max 158.0 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 160.8 millimetres.Height: 11 Pro Max 6.22 inches, 13 Pro Max 6.33 inches.Width: 11 Pro Max 77.8 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 78.1 millimetres.Width: 11 Pro Max 3.06 inches, 13 Pro Max 3.07 inches.Depth: 11 Pro Max 8.10 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 7.65 millimetres.Depth: 11 Pro Max 0.32 inches, 13 Pro Max 0.30 inches.Weight: 11 Pro Max 226 grams, 13 Pro Max 240 grams.Weight: 11 Pro Max 7.97 ounces, 13 Pro Max 8.47 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 11 Pro Max | 13 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 158.0 millimetres6.22 inches | 160.8 millimetres, 2.8 millimetres more6.33 inches, 0.11 inches more |
| Width | 77.8 millimetres3.06 inches | 78.1 millimetres, 0.3 millimetres more3.07 inches, 0.01 inches more |
| Depth | 8.10 millimetres0.32 inches | 7.65 millimetres, 0.45 millimetres less0.30 inches, 0.02 inches less |
| Weight | 226 grams7.97 ounces | 240 grams, 14 grams more8.47 ounces, 0.49 ounces more |
| Volume | 99.6 cubic centimetres6.08 cubic inches | 96.1 cubic centimetres, 3.5 cubic centimetres less5.86 cubic inches, 0.21 cubic inches less |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 84 percent | 87 percent, 4 percent more |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 6.5 inches | 6.7 inches, 0.2 inches more |
| Resolution | 1242 × 2688 | 1284 × 2778 |
| Pixel density | 458 pixels per inch | 458 pixels per inch, the same |
| Cutout | Notch | Notch |
| Rear main | 48MP | 48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | — |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Chip | A13 Bionic | A15 Bionic |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 20 hrs | 28 hrs |
| Port | Lightning | Lightning |
| Wireless | 5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.0 | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 64 – 512 GB | 128 GB – 1 TB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 1,099 dollars | 1,099 dollars, the same |
| Released | Sep 2019 | Sep 2021 |
| Status | Legacy | Discontinued |
Dimensions
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 2.8 mm (0.11 in) taller, 0.3 mm (0.01 in) wider, 0.45 mm (0.02 in) thinner and 14 g (0.49 oz) heavier than the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The iPhone 11 Pro Max measures 158.0 × 77.8 × 8.10 mm (6.22 × 3.06 × 0.32 in) and weighs 226 g (7.97 oz). The iPhone 13 Pro Max measures 160.8 × 78.1 × 7.65 mm (6.33 × 3.07 × 0.30 in) and weighs 240 g (8.47 oz).
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Questions about these phones
How much larger is the iPhone 13 Pro Max than the iPhone 11 Pro Max?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 2.8 mm taller and 0.3 mm wider than the iPhone 11 Pro Max. It is also 0.45 mm thinner.
Is the iPhone 13 Pro Max heavier than the iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Yes, the iPhone 13 Pro Max weighs 14 g more than the iPhone 11 Pro Max. This difference is noticeable in daily use.
What is the screen size difference between the iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max has a 6.7 inch display while the iPhone 11 Pro Max has a 6.5 inch display. The physical footprint remains similar.
Which phone is better for one-handed use, the iPhone 11 Pro Max or the iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The iPhone 11 Pro Max is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 13 Pro Max. It is also better suited for smaller hands.
Do both phones fit in a typical men's jeans pocket?
Both the iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPhone 13 Pro Max fit in a typical men's jeans pocket. Neither fits in a typical women's jeans pocket.
Is it worth upgrading from the iPhone 11 Pro Max to the iPhone 13 Pro Max for size only?
Whether to upgrade from the iPhone 11 Pro Max to the iPhone 13 Pro Max for size depends on your needs. The newer model offers longer battery life but is slightly heavier.