Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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CAMERA: Very Good—8.0/10
SIZE: Largest iPhone
BATTERY: Very Good—8.9/10
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max comes at an upper midrange price offering 128GB of storage and runs on iOS. It features glass on the back and houses a hefty 4352mAh battery. The display is a 6.7-inch OLED screen without curved edges but with a high refresh rate for smoother visuals. Its screen delivers peak brightness for visibility even in bright conditions. The A15 processor paired with 6GB of RAM ensures top-notch performance. Camera capabilities are very good for both stills and videos, supporting HDR video and RAW output. It has a 12MP main camera as well as telephoto and ultrawide lenses. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is capable of 4K video recording and supports 5G connectivity. Note that it lacks a headphone jack, but offers NFC and dual SIM capabilities. If you're looking for high performance, excellent camera quality, and long battery life with premium screen features, this phone is a strong choice, albeit at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Large, high-quality OLED screen
- High refresh rate for smooth visuals
- Exceptional camera with RAW and HDR video
- Long battery life
- Solid build with water and dust resistance
Cons
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- No SD card slot for expandable storage
- No always-on display feature
- Heavy compared to some other phones
Ratings by Category
Battery Life:4.7
The Battery Life rating is based on overall actual measured battery life during typical usage.
Videos:4.6
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max excels in video capture with top-notch software experience that enhances the overall quality and a superb stabilization system that keeps footage smooth. It also delivers exceptional performance in dynamic range and low light situations, coupled with high-quality microphone audio, ensuring videos are clear and vivid even in challenging environments.
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 Max's cameras excel due to the high-quality photo software, which enhances the overall photography experience, and the impressive camera versatility that allows for different types of shots. Additionally, the cameras perform well in dynamic range, low light conditions, and offer very good selfie capabilities, making it a robust choice for various photography needs.
Photos:4.4
The Photos rating is based on PerfectRec’s assessment of a variety of factors including resolution, dynamic range, low-light performance, versatility of shooting modes, and selfie quality, as well as software features, photo processing quality, and ease of use.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $581 | ||
Brand | Apple | ||
Operating System | iOS | ||
Release Date | September 24, 2021 | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | 6.7" | ||
Resolution | 2778 x 1284 | ||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | ||
Pixels Per Inch | 458 | ||
Display Type | OLED | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | A15 | ||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | ||
RAM | 6 GB | ||
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score  | 8/10 | ||
Photos Score | 7.9/10 | ||
Videos Score | 8.6/10 | ||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | ||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 9.6 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 4352 mAh | ||
Wireless Charging | Yes | ||
Wireless charging Speed | 15 W | ||
Reverse wireless charging | No | ||
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | 6.33" x 3.07" | ||
Weight | 8.47 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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Tom's Guide
Mark Spoonauer | March 2023
"The iPhone 13 Pro Max is that rare phone that gets a 5-star rating from us. You get blistering performance and a very responsive 120Hz display. Plus, the battery life is among the best we’ve seen from a 5G flagship. Some may simply prefer the iPhone 13 Pro because it’s smaller and lighter, as there are no other functional differences between the two handsets. But if you prefer a bigger screen, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the closest thing to perfect you can get in a phone."
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