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AED 1,599
India Price
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Smartphone · Apple · 2021
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB is Apple's 2021 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~87.4% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4352 mAh battery. At AED 1,599 in the UAE and ₹54,900 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The iPhone 13 Pro Max excels with its 4352mAh battery delivering 121h endurance and a 1284x2778-pixel ProMotion display at 120Hz, ensuring buttery scrolling and all-day use. Its A15 Bionic chip sustains peak performance under load, with 3.23GHz Avalanche cores handling intensive tasks without throttling. The 15W MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging, enabled by iOS 17.2, offer convenient top-ups. Ideal for professionals who rely on consistent 5G connectivity across 18 bands (including n78 for UAE/India) and need reliable, long-term iOS updates up to iOS 26.4. Its weakness? No USB-C—still stuck with Lightning, limiting fast wired charging to 15W despite the 240g weight. In UAE at AED 1599, it’s competitive because it’s one of the last Pro Max models with proven durability and carrier compatibility. In India at ₹54900, it’s overpriced—flagships like the Pixel 8 Pro or Galaxy S23 Ultra offer better charging, higher resolution cameras, and newer designs at similar or lower costs.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 4352 mAh (16.75 Wh) |
| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update |
| Battery Capacity | 4352 mAh |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm (telephoto), PDAF, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.8, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, stereo sound rec. |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2643, A2644, A2645 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2643, A2644 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.7 mm (6.33 x 3.07 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 240 g (8.47 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~87.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, Alpine Green |
| Models | A2643, A2484, A2641, A2644, A2645, iphone14,3 |
| SAR | 1.18 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.99 W/kg (head) 0.98 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $ 359.00 / £ 294.00 / € 378.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 801691 (v9) GeekBench: 4706 (v5.1) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 1050 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -24.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 121h |
| Announced | 2021, September 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 24 |
| OS | iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 26.4 |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the iPhone 13 mini.
It can still be worth buying in 2026 if you prioritize long-term software support and a premium build over the latest features. Apple continues to provide updates for older models, making it a reliable choice for users who don't need cutting-edge specs.
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB is priced at AED 1599 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized Apple retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB is priced at ₹54900 in India. It is available through Apple's official stores and authorized resellers nationwide.
The camera system delivers excellent photo and video quality with improved low-light performance and ProRes video recording. It captures sharp, detailed images with accurate colors and smooth dynamic range even in challenging lighting.
The battery life lasts up to 28 hours of video playback, making it the longest-lasting iPhone in its generation. It easily handles a full day of heavy use without needing a recharge.
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