iPhone 13 mini vs iPhone 13: Here are the major differences

Both iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are powered by the Apple A15 bionic chipset while running on iOS 15
An undated imaged displaying the iPhone 13 mini screen. — Apple
An undated imaged displaying the iPhone 13 mini screen. — Apple

Although both the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini share some key features for being the successors of their preceding counterparts, the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini, there are a range of aspects that set them both apart.

Let's dive deeper to have a sneak peek into the factors that have proven compelling for iPhone users to decide which one to go with.

Comparing the iPhone 13 and the iPhone 13 mini

One of the most prominent differences between the iPhone 13 mini and the iPhone 13 is their display sizes. The iPhone 13 mini comes with a 5.4-inch screen, whereas the iPhone 13 features a display size of 6.1 inches that allows users to have a bigger view of the content on the screen.

With the two devices going parallel in terms of Apple’s symbolic key features, the iPhone 13 mini doesn’t let the rival be a step ahead when it comes to the camera system. Similarly, both the devices are powered by the Apple A15 bionic chipset while running on iOS 15 which is upgradable to iOS 17.1.1.

Another aspect in which these two Apple’s flag-bearers differ is their battery lives. The iPhone 13 mini is capable of giving you 17 hours of video playback, as Apple claimed. Meanwhile, the iPhone 13 offers slightly longer battery life, delivering up to 19 hours of video playback.

The table provided below will help you better understand the major differences between the specs and features of the two devices.

Comparing iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini: Specs and features

SpecsiPhone 13iPhone 13 mini
OSiOS 15, upgradable to iOS 17.1.1
iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 17.1.1
ProcessorHexa-core
Hexa-core
Chip
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)
Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)
Resolution1170 x 2532 pixels1080 x 2340 pixels
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm
Display6.1 inches, Super Retina OLED5.4 inches, Super Retina OLED
SensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer 
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Main camera12 MP, f/1.6, (wide); 12 MP, f/2.4 (ultrawide)

12 MP, f/1.6 (wide), 12 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)

Front camera12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
RAM and ROMdads
Battery lifeLi-Ion 3240 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2438 mAh, non-removable
Price$480$450

DISCLAIMER: The prices have been taken as of Nov 15, 2023, and are subject to change over time.