In this Apple iPhone 13 Pro review, we’re going to find out if it’s the best model you can get in the lineup thanks to the 120Hz display, great camera, easy-to-use software, and two-day battery life.
pros
- Incredible camera performance
- Smooth and responsive 120Hz display
- Comes with 1TB storage option
Cons :
- Does not have fast charge
- Without USB-C
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Review
Let’s get this out there now: The iPhone 13 Pro is the iPhone model to buy. You’ll recall that the iPhone 12 Pro Max had larger camera sensors, giving it better low-light performance and 3x optical zoom, rather than 2x. This time it is not so. The iPhone 13 Pro is the same as the 13 Pro Max (aside from battery capacity and screen size, of course), so you don’t have to break the bank to get the best features.
Design
The iPhone 13 Pro is available in five different colors , including Sierra Blue, along with Green, Silver, Gold, and Graphite. Both the front and back are protected by Apple’s Ceramic Shield glass , and a square stainless steel strip runs down the sides, setting it apart in quality from the cheaper aluminum iPhone 13.
All the standard buttons are present, including the ring/mute switch and volume buttons on the left and the power button on the right to activate Siri and turn the screen on and off. There are also speakers at the bottom on either side of the Lightning port. Yes, Apple has stuck to its Lightning port , which can frustrate those with devices that use USB Type-C, including the iPad.
The iPhone 13 Pro is slim at 7.65mm, but quite heavy at 203 grams. This puts it in the same league as the Samsung Galaxy S22+ , the OnePlus 10 Pro , and its predecessor, the iPhone 12 Pro. The iPhone 13 Pro’s square sides aren’t especially comfortable to grip, though the phone can be used with one hand. Using a holster improves ergonomics. The relatively compact dimensions mean that it slips easily into your pocket and goes unnoticed. If you choose the iPhone 13 Pro Max to get the bigger screen, you’ll start to push the limits of one-handed use.
Endurance
Like all other iPhone models, the iPhone 13 has IP68 dust and water resistance , along with a special glass that Apple calls Ceramic Shield. It’s supposed to better protect the screen from scratches , which it seems to do well, but don’t expect it to prevent them entirely.
The notch at the top of the screen is 20% smaller than the one on the iPhone 12 Pro, but since it’s also slightly deeper, this doesn’t mean the screen has a significant amount of extra usable space.
Functioning
Face ID unlocks iPhone 13 Pro and is still the most secure face unlock system you’ll find on a phone, as well as being highly accurate. It works in almost all light conditions, at surprisingly varied angles, and thanks to a recent iOS update, it also works when you’re wearing a face mask.
Camera
On the rear, the camera module is quite similar in design to the iPhone 12 Pro. There is a large, square camera housing with three cameras inside, but because each camera sensor is larger this time around, the camera bump protrudes from the back of the phone a bit more.
It’s a fair trade-off for the improved camera performance. The overall design of the module has matured nicely, with the glass sections and stacked camera layout minimizing visual impact.
The iPhone 13 Pro may not look drastically different from the iPhone 12 Pro, but the design has been subtly refined and improved, and it’s still one of the classiest phones you can buy. The build quality is superb, the materials used are proving to be durable over time, and the choice of colors is wonderful.
