Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Apple iPhone 13 Pro

Apple iPhone 13 Pro

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BEST RATING
Videos:
4.6
CAMERA: Very Good8.0/10
SIZE: Medium iPhone
BATTERY: Fair6.7/10

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a midrange-priced phone released in September 2021 that offers a balance between price and performance. It has a glass back, a 6.1-inch OLED display that does not curve at the edges, and supports high dynamic range video with Dolby Vision. The phone has a high refresh rate screen for smooth visuals, and a peak brightness good for outdoor use. Its A15 processor is paired with 6GB of RAM, providing strong performance, and the battery can last around 6.9 hours. The iPhone 13 Pro's camera system includes a 12MP main, telephoto, and ultrawide camera, delivering very good still photo and video quality with the option to shoot photos in RAW and HDR video. It lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack but supports 5G, has front-facing stereo speakers, and offers dual SIM capabilities. Additionally, it's equipped with Face Unlock, but doesn't have a fingerprint sensor, and is well protected against dust and water. The phone charges via a Lightning port and supports wireless charging, but does not have expandable storage via an SD card. Give Feedback

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Evaluation

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Pros
  • Excellent overall camera quality
  • Supports Dolby Vision HDR video
  • High screen refresh rate
  • Strong processor performance
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Doesn't support SD cards
  • No always-on display
  • No reverse wireless charging

Ratings by Category

Videos:
4.6
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro captures exceptional videos due to its best-in-class video stabilization and software experience that enhances video recording. Furthermore, it delivers excellent dynamic range and very good low-light performance, which contribute to its superior video quality overall.
Performance:
4.5
The Performance rating is based on GeekBench performance benchmark scores, combined with PerfectRec’s assessment of real-life typical use cases.
Overall Camera:
4.4
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro boasts a very good selfie camera, ensuring high-quality self-portraits, which is supported by its well-regarded photo software experience that delivers strong dynamic range and respectable low light performance. The camera system is quite versatile with multiple lenses, offering users a range of photography options from wide-angle shots to zoomed-in details, enhancing overall photo and video capture capabilities.
Photos:
4.4
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro captures very good photos primarily due to its high-quality selfie camera and its photos software experience which is rated among the best. Additionally, the phone performs well in terms of dynamic range and low light conditions, contributing to its overall strong camera performance.
Battery Life:
3.8
The Battery Life rating is based on overall actual measured battery life during typical usage.

Full Specs

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GENERAL

Price
$521
Brand
Apple
Operating System
iOS
Release Date
September 24, 2021

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.1"
Resolution
2532 x 1170
Variable refresh rate
Yes
Pixels Per Inch
460
Display Type
OLED

INTERNAL

Processor
A15
Internal Storage
128 gb
RAM
6 gb

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
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8/10
Photos Score
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7.9/10
Videos Score
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8.6/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
12 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.9 hours
Battery Capacity
3095 mah
Wireless Charging
Yes
Wireless charging Speed
15 w
Reverse wireless charging
No

PHYSICAL

Size
5.78" x 2.81"
Weight
7.20 oz
Back Material
Glass
Stereo Speakers
No

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
Yes
Bluetooth Version
5.0
A2DP
Yes
WiFi Version
6
NFC
Yes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock
Unlockable Bootloader
No
Color
Alpine Green, Graphite, Sierra Blue, Gold, Silver
SD Card
No
Custom ROM Support
No

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Android Authority

Dhruv Bhutani | October 2021
"The basic foundation of the phone is rock solid and essentials like UI navigation, apps, security, and privacy features are polished to a sheen. The camera works consistently well and takes some of the best pictures you can get out of a phone. The phone further embellishes it with performance that won’t have you reaching for a replacement for years, and the battery life is hands-down amongst the best you can get on a flagship. If you’ve been eyeing an iPhone, the iPhone 13 Pro is as good as it gets."

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