Apple’s new titular release, the iPhone 13 series, is here. And just as you would expect it’s generating a lot of noise and attention from different corners of the world. A comparison between the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro is one of the hottest topics out there, as people contemplate which of the high-end devices to purchase.
Like its predecessors, the iPhone 13 comes in four different models, namely; iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max. This year, the difference between the regular models and Pro variants is considerably larger.
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro have some similar features such as the new A15 Bionic Chip, 5G connectivity, and a smaller notch. However, the iPhone 13 Pro is on a different level when compared with the iPhone 13. Some of the main features of the Pro series for this year’s release include a new 120Hz ProMotion display and much-improved cameras. But there are other differences such as price, battery life, and colors. This iPhone 13 review will give you a great idea of which smartphone is best for you.
Comparison Table
| iPhone 13 | iPhone 13 Pro | |
| Price | $799 | $999 |
| Storage | 128, 256, 512GB | 128, 256, 512, 1TB |
| Screen Size | 6.1″ | 6.1″ |
| Adaptive Refresh | No | Up to 120Hz |
| Resolution/PPI | 2532 x 1170/460 | 2532 x 1170/460 |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A15 Bionic |
| Rear Cameras | Dual 12MP (Wide, ultrawide) | Pro 12MP (Telephoto, Wide, Ultra Wide) |
| Zoom | 2x Optical | 3x Optical |
| Battery life (video playback) | Up to 19 hours | Up to 22 hours |
| Size | 5.8 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches | 5.8 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches |
| Colors | Red, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, Pink | Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue |
| Front Camera | 12MP TrueDepth | 12MP TrueDepth |
| Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Price and Storage
The rumor pages got this part right because the iPhone 13 series has similar pricing to the iPhone 12 lineup of phones. So, the iPhone 13 is priced at $799 while the iPhone 13 Pro comes in at $999. That’s a $200 difference, but the price gap is made up of high-quality features.
In terms of storage, this iPhone series abandons the 64GB option with all four phones featuring 128, 256, and 512GB storage options. However, the iPhone 13 Pro goes further by adding the 1TB storage options to its variant of choices. If you’re the type of person who doesn’t mind spending some extra money to get additional storage, the iPhone 13 would be great for you. For those who feel 1TB of space is a bit excessive, they could opt for the iPhone 13.
Design and Colours
A big difference between the iPhone 13 series and its predecessor is the visibly smaller notches. Apple has reduced them by 20% which means that you’ll get more screen time regardless of the particular phone you choose among this series.
When you take a close look, it’s obvious that there are some little similarities between the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models. They have a similar size but this year Apple has produced thicker smartphones.
There are also contrasting color options for both models. The iPhone 13 is available in Red, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, and Pink hues, while the iPhone 13 Pro is available in Graphite, Gold, Silver, and Sierra Blue hues. Many may not notice that the iPhone 13 has a standard gloss finish while the 13 Pro is designed with a texture matte glass rear.
Overall, there are not many differences in design and it would probably not affect your purchase decision.
Displays
The iPhone 13 models come in a similar size to their predecessor. As a result, the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro both have 6.1-inch screens.
Both models feature Apple’s latest Super Retina XDR OLED displays. But the biggest difference between them is that the iPhone 13 Pro is designed with a ProMotion display coupled with an adaptive refresh rate. This new feature allows the smartphone’s display to reduce from 120Hz to 10Hz to save battery life.
Cameras
This is where some notable differences come in between both models. Yes, the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro feature upgraded cameras, but that of the latter is more powerful.
The iPhone 13 is designed with a smart sensor in its camera that makes sure that only 47% of the light gets in. This sensor is a huge upgrade for night-time photography and the 12MP ultra-wide camera comes with a faster sensor. Sensor shift optimization also makes it onto all iPhone 13 models unlike the iPhone 12 series when it was only a feature of the iPhone 12 Pro max. Due to this change, the camera’s sensor can move better and detect changes in the surroundings quicker. There seems to be an improvement on iPhone 13’s software allowing it to have better photographic and video-capture features.
The iPhone 13 Pro’s camera upgrades seem to be more impressive because it features wider apertures on the ultra-wide camera and LiDAR scanner that makes it possible to take night-mode portrait photos. Apple claims that this smartphone has a 92% improvement for taking photos in low-light conditions. There’s also a macro mode that allows the user to focus on small objects. Furthermore, the upgrades include a 77mm telephoto lens that is designed with 6x optical zoom and 15x digital zoom.
The iPhone 13 Pro has an advanced camera when compared to the base model. If you can fork out some extra cash, you’ll get all the new and improved features.
Conclusion
The iPhone 13 series consist of a list of high-end smartphones, from which the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro stand out. While both phone models have close similarities, they are also notably different. These differences have been discussed in this review. All that is left is for you to make a final choice.
