iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB
A15 · iOS · 256GB
iPhone 15 Plus 512GB
A16 · iOS · 512GB
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB lands at 87 and iPhone 15 Plus 512GB at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Pick iPhone 15 Plus 512GB if…
- ✓iOS ecosystem
- ✓Long update support
- ✓Polished hardware
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
TieStills and video quality across lenses
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery life
TieScreen-on time and charging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
TieChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Display
TiePanel quality, brightness, refresh rate
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB | iPhone 15 Plus 512GB |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A15 | A16 |
| Storage | 256GB | ▲ 512GB |
| OS | iOS 15 | iOS 17 |
| Release year | 2021 | 2023 |
iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
iPhone 15 Plus 512GB
- +iOS ecosystem
- +Long update support
- +Polished hardware
- −Premium pricing
- −Limited customization
- −Lightning/USB-C split across generations
FAQ: iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB vs iPhone 15 Plus 512GB
Which is better, iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB or iPhone 15 Plus 512GB? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB worth the price? +
At $1,199, iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone 15 Plus 512GB worth the price? +
At $1,099, iPhone 15 Plus 512GB delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in cpu.
Does iPhone 13 Pro Max 256GB or iPhone 15 Plus 512GB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.