iPhone 13 mini vs iPhone 13 Pro Max
Quick answer
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 13.9 millimetres0.55 inches wider and 99 grams3.49 ounces heavier than the iPhone 13 mini.
These two sit at absolute opposite ends of the size spectrum while sharing the same internals. The iPhone 13 mini on Amazon (paid link) disappears into any pocket and handles effortlessly in one hand, whereas the iPhone 13 Pro Max (paid link) brings a massive display and significantly longer battery life at the expense of serious heft. Choose based entirely on whether you prioritize pocket space or endurance.
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Easier one-handed: iPhone 13 mini
Pocket: iPhone 13 mini
Weight difference: Noticeable
iPhone 13 mini
from $699 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 13 mini: 131.5 by 64.2 by 7.65 millimetres, 141 grams. iPhone 13 Pro Max: 160.8 by 78.1 by 7.65 millimetres, 240 grams.
13 mini, 13 Pro Max shown at 2.1 pixels per millimetre.
iPhone 13 mini
from $699 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: 13 mini 131.5 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 160.8 millimetres.Height: 13 mini 5.18 inches, 13 Pro Max 6.33 inches.Width: 13 mini 64.2 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 78.1 millimetres.Width: 13 mini 2.53 inches, 13 Pro Max 3.07 inches.Depth: 13 mini 7.65 millimetres, 13 Pro Max 7.65 millimetres.Depth: 13 mini 0.30 inches, 13 Pro Max 0.30 inches.Weight: 13 mini 141 grams, 13 Pro Max 240 grams.Weight: 13 mini 4.97 ounces, 13 Pro Max 8.47 ounces.
Specifications
| Specification | 13 mini | 13 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 131.5 millimetres5.18 inches | 160.8 millimetres, 29.3 millimetres more6.33 inches, 1.15 inches more |
| Width | 64.2 millimetres2.53 inches | 78.1 millimetres, 13.9 millimetres more3.07 inches, 0.55 inches more |
| Depth | 7.65 millimetres0.30 inches | 7.65 millimetres, the same0.30 inches, the same |
| Weight | 141 grams4.97 ounces | 240 grams, 99 grams more8.47 ounces, 3.49 ounces more |
| Volume | 64.6 cubic centimetres3.94 cubic inches | 96.1 cubic centimetres, 31.5 cubic centimetres more5.86 cubic inches, 1.92 cubic inches more |
| Screen-to-body — Active display area over body area. Our own estimate, not an Apple figure. | 85 percent | 87 percent, 2 percent more |
| Display size — Screen size is always quoted in inches. | 5.4 inches | 6.7 inches, 1.3 inches more |
| Resolution | 1080 × 2340 | 1284 × 2778 |
| Pixel density | 476 pixels per inch | 458 pixels per inch, 18 pixels per inch less |
| Cutout | Notch | Notch |
| Rear main | 48MP | 48MP |
| Rear ultra-wide | — | — |
| Rear telephoto | — | — |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A15 Bionic |
| Video playback — Apple's rated hours of video playback. Apple does not publish battery capacity. | 17 hrs | 28 hrs |
| Port | Lightning | Lightning |
| Wireless | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth | 4G LTE · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth |
| Water resistance | IP68 (6m for 30 min) | IP68 (6m for 30 min) |
| Storage | 128 – 512 GB | 128 GB – 1 TB |
| Launch price — Base configuration at launch, in US dollars. | 699 dollars | 1,099 dollars, 400 dollars more |
| Released | Sep 2021 | Sep 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Dimensions
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 29.3 mm (1.15 in) taller, 13.9 mm (0.55 in) wider and 99 g (3.49 oz) heavier than the iPhone 13 mini. The iPhone 13 mini measures 131.5 × 64.2 × 7.65 mm (5.18 × 2.53 × 0.30 in) and weighs 141 g (4.97 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 bigger is the iPhone 13 Pro Max than the iPhone 13 mini?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max is 29.3 mm taller and 13.9 mm wider than the iPhone 13 mini. Both models share the same depth of 7.65 mm.
How much heavier is the iPhone 13 Pro Max?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max weighs 99 grams more than the iPhone 13 mini. This weight difference is noticeable when holding the devices.
What is the screen size difference between these phones?
The iPhone 13 Pro Max has a 6.7 inch display while the iPhone 13 mini has a 5.4 inch display. The larger screen adds about 1.3 inches of viewing area.
Which phone is easier to use one-handed?
The iPhone 13 mini is easier to use one-handed than the iPhone 13 Pro Max. It suits average adult hands better due to its smaller width.
Do both phones fit in jeans pockets?
The iPhone 13 mini fits in both men's and women's median jeans pockets. The iPhone 13 Pro Max fits in men's pockets but not women's.
Is upgrading to the iPhone 13 Pro Max worth it for size?
Upgrading to the iPhone 13 Pro Max gives you a larger screen but adds significant weight. Whether it is worth it depends on if you prefer a bigger display over portability.