Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Sierra Blue 256GB
The A15 Bionic chip and 120Hz ProMotion display deliver fluid responsiveness, while the 12MP triple-camera system with 3x optical zoom and sensor-shift OIS captures detailed 4K video. Its 4352mAh battery provides all-day endurance in a durable IP68-rated design with Ceramic Shield. This phone suits mobile photographers and videographers who prioritize a large, color-accurate screen and long software support.
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong display (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong camera (78th percentile) 78th
- Strong build (72nd percentile) 72nd
- Strong connectivity (72nd percentile) 72nd
Cons
- Below average social proof (31st percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q3 202686/100
Buyers praised the phone's like-new condition, strong battery, and smooth performance. A few noted battery or camera issues, but most were very satisfied.
- Phone arrived in excellent physical condition, clean, and fully functional.
- Battery life is super strong and holds up well over time.
- A few reports of poor battery or camera/image quality.
- Overall performance is smooth and works like new.
- Q2 202665/100
Buyers praised the phone's camera, display, and overall value, but many reported battery drain, low health, and glitches.
- Camera quality, especially low light, and display are highly praised.
- Battery drains fast or has low health; some units glitch or freeze.
- Phone is good value, works well, and looks like new.
- Camera can be blurry during recording; battery is less than ideal.
- Q1 202689/100
Most buyers are very satisfied with the phone's condition, performance, camera, and value. A few report serious defects and poor customer service.
- Phone arrives in excellent condition, looks and works like new.
- Camera quality, battery life, and overall performance praised.
- Great value for a premium phone; many recommend buying.
- A few buyers report logic board damage, speaker issues, and refund problems.
- Q4 202588/100
Buyers in Q4 2025 mostly praised the iPhone 13 Pro Max for its condition, battery life, camera, and value. A few reported receiving wrong storage, scratches, or speaker issues, with mixed service experiences.
- Phone arrived in excellent or brand-new condition, with no cracks or scratches, as noted by multiple buyers.
- Battery life and performance were frequently highlighted as long-lasting and fast, exceeding expectations.
- Camera quality and screen clarity were praised as stunning, bright, and crystal clear.
- A few defects: wrong storage (128GB vs 1TB), scratches, and speaker issues during calls, with exchange refused in one case.
- Q3 202576/100
Buyers in Q3 2025 generally praised the iPhone's quality, condition, and value, with many noting good battery life and performance. However, a few reported defects like sudden failure or poor battery, and some mentioned fragility or misleading condition claims.
- Multiple reviews highlight excellent condition, good battery life, and overall satisfaction with the phone's performance and value.
- A few buyers reported the phone stopped working shortly after purchase or had significantly degraded battery life, indicating potential reliability issues.
- Some reviews mention the phone is fragile or not as described, with one noting it was 'very fragile' and another saying battery was at 90% despite being sold as new.
- Several buyers appreciated the large screen, sturdy build, and good camera, with one noting it survived drops without shattering.
- Q2 202576/100
Most buyers were satisfied with their pre-owned iPhone 13 Pro Max, praising its performance, battery life, and condition. However, several reported issues like scratches, battery degradation, and warranty problems, with a few calling out poor customer service.
- Many found the phone to be in excellent condition, working like new, with good battery life and performance.
- Several buyers received phones with scratches, battery health below 85%, or other defects, leading to disappointment.
- A few customers reported being misled about warranty coverage or facing issues with customer service and return policies.
- Some praised the price and value, while others felt the price was too high compared to market rates.
- Q1 202582/100
Buyers in Q1 2025 mostly praised the refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max for its condition, performance, and value, with a few reporting lag, bugs, or a short lifespan.
- Many found the phone in great or like-new condition, with good battery life and performance.
- Several highlighted the smooth ordering process, quick shipping, and good service from Best Buy.
- A few noted minor issues like occasional screen freezes, lag, or needing to remove the case for photos.
- One buyer reported the phone died after two months, calling the purchase a waste of money.
- Q4 202491/100
Buyers in this period were highly satisfied, praising the phone's condition, performance, and value. One noted battery health at 80%, but overall experiences were positive.
- Phone condition and performance praised; no glitches or software issues reported.
- Value for money highlighted as an inexpensive way to get an iPhone.
- Purchase experience described as pleasant and friendly.
- Battery life at 80% noted as a minor issue, but still considered a good item.
Based on 205 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Screen Size | 6.7" |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR |
| Resolution | 2778 x 1284 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 1200 nits |
| HDR | Yes |
Performance
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Processor Model | Apple A15 Bionic |
| CPU Cores | 6 |
| CPU Speed | 3.2 |
| RAM | 6 MB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Expandable | No |
Camera
| Main Camera | 12 |
| Camera Count | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 12 |
| Telephoto | 12 |
| Front Camera | 12 |
| Optical Zoom | 3x |
| Video | 4K@60fps |
| OIS | Yes |
Battery & Charging
| Battery | 4352 Wh |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Fast Charging | MagSafe |
| Connector | Lightning |
Connectivity
| 5G | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5 |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | Lightning |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) |
| eSIM | Yes |
Design & Build
| Water Resistance | IP68 |
| Form Factor | bar |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Fingerprint | in-display |
| Face Recognition | Yes |
| OS | iOS |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Motorola Razr ultra 2025 | Google Pixel 10 Pro | OnePlus 15 15 | Xiaomi 14 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 6.7 |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR | AMOLED | OLED | OLED | AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 | 165 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| RAM (GB) | 6 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Storage (GB) | 256 | 512 | 512 | 128 | 512 | 512 |
| Rear Camera Mp | 12 | 200 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Front Camera Mp | 12 | 12 | 50 | 42 | 32 | 32 |
| Battery Capacity Mah | 4352 | 5000 | 4700 | 4870 | 7300 | 5000 |
| Charging Wattage | 15 | 60 | 68 | 30 | 80 | 90 |
| Wireless Charging | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Five (g) | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 | IP48 | IP68 | IP69K | IP68 |
| Operating System | iOS | Android | Android | Android | Android | Android |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Build | Camera | Battery | Display | Feature | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max | 71.8 | 77.7 | 49.1 | 88 | 69.8 | 69.1 | 71.6 | 30.6 | 35.3 |
| Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Compare | 88.8 | 99.9 | 95.7 | 93.1 | 95.9 | 96.1 | 84.4 | 99 | 6.2 |
| Motorola Razr ultra 2025 Compare | 58 | 78.8 | 94.4 | 97.8 | 92 | 98.4 | 81 | 90.8 | 25.9 |
| Google Pixel 10 Pro Compare | 88.8 | 97.8 | 83.6 | 88 | 86.7 | 88.7 | 98.6 | 94.8 | 15.5 |
| OnePlus 15 15 Compare | 98 | 96.6 | 98.9 | 76.9 | 41.5 | 98.4 | 81 | 99 | 4.5 |
| Xiaomi 14 Ultra Compare | 78 | 99.2 | 97.2 | 99.5 | 54.5 | 97.5 | 98.6 | 70.4 | 4.9 |
Usage Scores
- Overall63
- Budget61.1
- Gaming62.2
- Rugged54.5
- Portability49.8
- Business55.1
- Flagship63.9
- Foldable67.9
- Photography70.1
- Battery Life48
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