Released in September 2021, the iPhone 13 series is the latest release by Apple that comes in the following models: iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 pro max.
Although the iPhone 13 series are barely a year old, Apple has already announced the release of the iPhone 14 later in the year, which has been met with high anticipation by iPhone lovers.
While the phones in the iPhone 13 series have features that are quite similar to the new Apple A15 Bionic chip, there are also major differences in these phones in terms of price, screen sizes, and specifications.
In this article, I will be comparing the Apple iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro side-by-side. I will go over the specs of each phone and then give my opinion on which phone is better overall. If you are trying to decide between these two phones, then this article is for you.
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Design
iPhone 13
The design of the Apple iPhone 13 is similar to that of the iPhone 12, but with few notable differences like its diagonally-aligned rear cameras in place of the traditionally vertical alignment, smaller notch ( 20% reduction), and a weight of 174grams (6.14ounces). The dimensions of this phone in H x W x D are 147 x 72 x 7.65 mm. This phone is available in two sizes – 5.4 and 6.1 inches.
The Apple iPhone 13 is built with a display with rounded corners, a beautifully curved design, and corners within a standard rectangle. It features a ceramic shield front, super retina XDR display with the true tone, and an A15 Bionic chip, a processor that guarantees users of speed and efficiency to each task.
This phone is available in 5 colour variants: starlight, midnight, blue, pink and (product) red.
The iPhone 13 has an IP68 water resistance rating that allows it to resist water up to a depth of six metres (19.7 feet) for up to 30 minutes.
iPhone 13 Pro
Available in two different sizes – 6.1 and 6.7 inches, the iPhone 13 Pro is built with a ceramic shield front, textured glass back, and stainless steel design. This phone has four catchy colours, which are sierra blue, graphite, gold, silver, & alpine green.
The iPhone 13 Pro display has rounded corners that take the shape of a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. One major difference between the iPhone 13 pro and iPhone 12 pro is the smaller notch, whose size Apple has reduced by 20%, and the bigger camera hump. The iPhone 13 pro features a 3-lens diagonally-aligned camera setup.
Dimensions of this phone in H x W x D are 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.30 inches), and it weighs 7.19ounces (204grams).
This phone is designed with an IP68 water resistant rating, which enables it to withstand water with a depth of 6ft for 30 minutes. With this rating, the iPhone 13 pro can resist splashes, dust, dirt, and accidental water exposure.
Features
Listed below are features of the Apple iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro;
iPhone 13
- 3240mAh battery
- Apple A15 Bionic chip
- Photographic style
- Brighter display
- Cinematic mode
- Smart HDR 4
- Sensor-Shift Stabilization
- Base storage is 128GB
- Super Retina XDR display
- Colour options are starlight, midnight, blue, pink and (product) red
- Available sizes are 5.4 and 6.1 inches
- 5G connectivity
iPhone 13 Pro
- Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion
- It has an IP68 water resistance
- It is available in 6.1 and 6.7 inches screen size
- It has four colour options – sierra blue, graphite, gold, silver, & alpine green.
- There is a reduction in the size of the notch.
- There is up to 1TB of storage for photos and videos
- 120Hz ProMotion displays which deliver excellent graphic performance
- A15 Bionic, which is the world’s fastest smartphone chip
- 5G connectivity
- Advanced camera
- 3095 mAh battery capacity
- Built-in MagSafe technology
Performance
The Apple iPhone 13 models, including the iPhone 13 & iPhone 13 pro, feature the latest version of the operating system, iOS 15, which promises you advanced features such as redesigned notifications, Safari, Maps, Weather, and Notes app redesigns text recognition in images, added privacy features, “Focus” for minimizing distractions, Spatial Audio and Shareplay in facetime calls etc.
When it comes to battery life, these phones provide an increased battery life, with the battery of the iPhone 13 lasting 2.5 hours longer than the iPhone 12, thanks to its 3240 mAh capacity.
The iPhone 13 pro, on the other hand, has a 3095 mAh battery capacity and can last 1.5 hours longer than the iPhone 12 Pro. While the iPhone 13 can last for about 11 hours, the iPhone 13 pro can last for 10 hours.
The impressive battery life of these phones is attributed to the power components of the A15 bionic chip present in these phones.
Although the iPhone 13 pro has up to 1TB of storage for photos and videos, the starting storage for the iPhone 13 was also doubled, with a base storage of 128GB that can hold several apps.
Unsurprisingly, the camera of the Apple iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro is excellent, thanks to the A15 Bionic chip that has an improved image signal processor, which produces even clearer images.
While the rear camera of the iPhone 13 has a dual diagonally aligned rear camera setup (wide and ultra-wide lenses), the iPhone 13 Pro features a triple-lens diagonally-aligned camera (wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses) that produces clear pictures.
With the cinematic mode available on both phones, you can record videos with cool, depth-of-field effects.
The operating system, battery life, storage capacity, and cameras are some of the features that give these phones overall outstanding performance.
Durability
When compared to other Apple phones, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro are extremely durable, as they are built for daily usage. These phones have an IP68 rating that makes them resistant to water splashes, dust, dirt, and accidental water exposure.
Although intentional water exposure should be avoided, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 pro can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes without being damaged; this means that both phones can be taken to the beach or pool without the worry of damage.
But that’s not even all – with their tough design, accidental falls are not something you should be worried about because they can withstand minor falls without so much as a crack.
However, investing in the Apple MagSafe leather case is recommended because it greatly boosts the durability of these phones.
Battery life
Apple iPhone 13
Packed with a 3240mAh battery capacity, the iPhone 13 boasts of battery life of up to 19 hours of video playback, up to 15 hours of streaming online video, and up to 75 hours of audio playback.
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
This phone has a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery and a 3095 mAh battery capacity that can last for up to 22 hours of video playback, 20 hours of streaming video, and 75 hours of audio playback.
Using the lightning to USB-C cable and a 20W power adapter or higher, both phones have fast charging capabilities and can charge up to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Are iPhone 13 and 13 Pro the same size?
Despite the fact that these phones are the same in terms of their dimensions, which are 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.30 inches) in H x W x D, they have different sizes.
The iPhone 13 weighs 174grams (6.14ounces), while the iPhone 13 Pro has a weight of 204grams (7.19ounces).
This difference in weight is a result of the make of both phones. While the iPhone 13 is made of aerospace-grade aluminium, the iPhone 13 Pro is built with surgical-grade stainless steel.
Conclusion
Overall, the Apple iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro are both great smartphone options with a lot of impressive features. However, in terms of camera quality, the iPhone 13 Pro is the better choice, although at a higher price point.
Nevertheless, making a choice of your preferred option ultimately depends on your budget and preferred features.
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