iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: Which One is Best to Buy?

iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone 13 Pro Max. The refurbished iPhone 12 Pro Max and the refurbished iPhone 13 Pro Max have various similarities and differences that you might not expect upon first inspection.

While both come with excellent specs, one has extra features and functions to provide an even more seamless, improved mobile phone experience.

Do you want to know which one it is?

Keep reading to discover more with UR.co.uk.

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• The refurbished iPhone 12 Pro Max comes with features that are still relevant in today's market, despite being released a few years ago, in 2020.

• The newer model comes with a vast range of features to improve your photography and video-taking game.

While these models may seem remarkably similar at first glance, the iPhone 13 Pro Max boasts several upgrades over its predecessor, the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which more than justify its slightly higher price tag.

We will delve into these differences in detail later in the article. However, for those eager for a brief overview, let's take a quick look at some key similarities and differences between the two models.

• Both have a stainless steel construction with a textured matte glass back.

• Either one comes with a three rear camera system, including a primary camera, an ultra-wide camera, and a telephoto camera.

• Both also have a 6.7-inch Super Retina Display.

• The 12 Pro Max doesn't have ProMotion technology, whereas the iPhone 13 Pro Max does.

• The 13 Pro Max also comes with an upgraded A15 Bionic Chip, offering faster processing power than the A14 found in its predecessor.

• The main and Ultra Wide cameras in the 13 Pro Max have larger apertures than the 12 edition, allowing for brighter photos in low-light conditions.

Both models are designed with remarkable similarity.

The 12 Pro Max and its successor feature a Ceramic Shield front with a surgical-grade stainless steel casing; though not quite as robust as the titanium build of the refurbished 15 Pro Max, it's sturdy enough to withstand some hardships without a case.

Both have the same height and width, measuring 160.0 mm by 78.1 mm. However, the more recent iteration has a slightly larger depth and weight, increasing by an extra 0.25 mm and 12 grams, respectively.

Differences between the two become more apparent when examining the displays.

Both models feature the same 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display, with the same 2778x1284 pixel resolution and True Tone technology, designed to offer a fantastic viewing experience that adapts to your lighting conditions.

What sets them apart is the introduction of ProMotion technology in the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max, which offers a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling compared to the 60Hz found in the 12 Pro Max.

More specifically, including ProMotion tech also means the display is more intuitive to your mobile activity, ensuring the frame rates drop to as low as 1Hz when necessary for a longer battery life. Read more about this feature here.

Apart from some changes in the apertures, as previously mentioned, the 13 Pro Max introduces a new auto focus system in the ultra-wide camera. This enhancement not only improves photo quality in low-light conditions but also enables macro photography, allowing you to capture stunning close-up shots from as close as 2 cm away.

Video-wise, differences become more substantial. With the newer model, you also gain an all-new Cinematic Mode, ProRes Video recording up to 4k, and Macro video recording, enhancing your creative possibilities with improved video light quality.

As with most newer Apple releases, the 13 Pro Max comes with an improved A15 processor, designed to provide 30% faster GPU and 50% faster CPU performance than found in its predecessor. Read more here.

Plus, while the 12 Pro Max has a 3687 mAh battery capacity, the 13 Pro Max boasts a slightly larger capacity at 4352 mAh.

Although this battery capacity isn't the sole determinant of how long your phone lasts before needing a recharge, it does contribute to the 13 Pro Max having a slightly longer battery life than the iPhone 12 variant, lasting up to 8 hours more with continuous video playback.

Now for the big question: why should you shop at UR.co.uk instead of elsewhere?

Here, we ensure that each phone undergoes a comprehensive 90-point phone check before it lands in your hands, allowing you gain all the same features as found in its brand-new counterpart.

This is alongside competitive prices and a whole range of extra goodies to help you along the way, some of which includes:

• 12 Months of FREE Insurance.

• FREE Delivery

• Various Payment Options.

Plus, we'll plant a tree for every device we sell as part of our commitment to sustainability, ensuring you're gaining a great deal and helping the environment along the way.

So, which one is best to choose?

While the refurbished iPhone 12 Pro Max comes with a range of features found in the new model, the refurbished 13 Pro Max elevates everything, offering additional functionalities from an improved camera system to faster processing power.

If you require more information before purchasing, why not also look at our blog? Here, you can find all the details needed to make your next buy well-informed.