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iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max

Quick answer

The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the same size as the iPhone 12 Pro Max, 12 grams0.42 ounces heavier.

The iPhone 13 Pro Max on Amazon (paid link) is smoother in daily use and lasts significantly longer on one charge. You won't sense the small weight change when swapping between them. If you own the 12 Pro Max (paid link), you are well set. For a purchase, the 13 Pro Max is the clear choice. If you want the latest and greatest, the iPhone 18 Pro Max (paid link) is worth a look.

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Easier one-handedSame

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Weight differenceNoticeable

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HeightWidthDepthWeight12 Pro Max160.8 millimetres6.33 inches78.1 millimetres3.07 inches7.40 millimetres0.29 inches228 grams8.04 ounces13 Pro Max160.8 millimetres, the same6.33 inches, the same78.1 millimetres, the same3.07 inches, the same7.65 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres more0.30 inches, 0.01 inches more240 grams, 12 grams more8.47 ounces, 0.42 ounces more

Height: 12 Pro Max 160.8 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 160.8 millimetres.Height: 12 Pro Max 6.33 inches, 13 Pro Max 6.33 inches.Width: 12 Pro Max 78.1 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 78.1 millimetres.Width: 12 Pro Max 3.07 inches, 13 Pro Max 3.07 inches.Depth: 12 Pro Max 7.40 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 7.65 millimetres.Depth: 12 Pro Max 0.29 inches, 13 Pro Max 0.30 inches.Weight: 12 Pro Max 228 grams, 13 Pro Max 240 grams.Weight: 12 Pro Max 8.04 ounces, 13 Pro Max 8.47 ounces.

Specifications

Specifications for iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro Max. Differences are given against iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Specification12 Pro Max13 Pro Max
Height160.8 millimetres6.33 inches160.8 millimetres, the same6.33 inches, the same
Width78.1 millimetres3.07 inches78.1 millimetres, the same3.07 inches, the same
Depth7.40 millimetres0.29 inches7.65 millimetres, 0.25 millimetres more0.30 inches, 0.01 inches more
Weight228 grams8.04 ounces240 grams, 12 grams more8.47 ounces, 0.42 ounces more
Volume92.9 cubic centimetres5.67 cubic inches96.1 cubic centimetres, 3.1 cubic centimetres more5.86 cubic inches, 0.19 cubic inches more
Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure.87 percent87 percent, the same
Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches.6.7 inches6.7 inches, the same
Resolution1284 × 27781284 × 2778
Pixel density458 pixels per inch458 pixels per inch, the same
CutoutNotchNotch
Rear main48MP48MP
Rear ultra-wide——
Rear telephoto——
Front camera12MP12MP
ChipA14 BionicA15 Bionic
Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity.20 hrs28 hrs
PortLightningLightning
Wireless5G · Wi-Fi 6 · Bluetooth 5.04G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
Water resistanceIP68 (6m for 30 min)IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Storage128 – 512 GB128 GB – 1 TB
Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars.1,099 dollars1,099 dollars, the same
ReleasedNov 2020Sep 2021
StatusLegacyDiscontinued

Dimensions

The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 0.25 mm (0.01 in) thicker and 12 g (0.42 oz) heavier than the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The iPhone 12 Pro Max measures 160.8 × 78.1 × 7.40 mm (6.33 × 3.07 × 0.29 in) and weighs 228 g (8.04 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).

Also compared with iPhone 12 Pro Max

Questions about these phones

Is the iPhone 13 Pro Max bigger than the iPhone 12 Pro Max?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max has the same height and width as the iPhone 12 Pro Max but is 0.25 mm thicker.

How much heavier is the iPhone 13 Pro Max?

The iPhone 13 Pro Max weighs 12 grams more than the iPhone 12 Pro Max.

Do the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max have the same screen size?

Yes, both the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max have a 6.7 inch display.

Is one phone easier to use with one hand?

Both the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro Max are rated the same for one-handed ease.

Which phone fits better in a pocket?

The iPhone 12 Pro Max is considered more pocketable than the iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Is upgrading just for the size worth it?

It is not worth it to upgrade from the iPhone 12 Pro Max to the iPhone 13 Pro Max for size alone.