iPhone 13
2021 generation
128GB
| Criterion | iPhone 13 | iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6,1″ | 6,1″ |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A16 Bionic |
| Dynamic Island | — | Dynamic Island |
| Connector | Lightning | USB-C |
| ProMotion (120 Hz) | — | — |
| High-resolution camera | — | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) |
| Optical zoom | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame |
| Video battery life |
The iPhone 15 upgrades the iPhone 13 (chip, camera, Dynamic Island, USB-C…). The iPhone 13 stays strong refurbished.
Based on official Apple specs.
See the table for materials and buttons. The iPhone 13 often feels similar day to day.
Newer chip on the iPhone 15. Both stay smooth; the gap shows in intensive gaming or 4–5 year ownership.
Each generation improves zoom and processing. Also compare Pro variants.
A refurbished iPhone 13 costs less than an equivalent iPhone 15. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.
Model comparisons
Compare iPhone 13 and iPhone 15: design, chip, camera, refurbished price.
Go to our stock or estimate trade-in.
Related guides
| Criterion | iPhone 13 | iPhone 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6,1″ | 6,1″ |
| Chip | A15 Bionic | A16 Bionic |
| Dynamic Island | — | Dynamic Island |
| Connector | Lightning | USB-C |
| ProMotion (120 Hz) | — | — |
| High-resolution camera | — | Super high-resolution photos (24 MP and 48 MP) |
| Optical zoom | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x | Zoom, 0,5x, 1x, 2x |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Aluminum frame |
| Video battery life |
The iPhone 15 upgrades the iPhone 13 (chip, camera, Dynamic Island, USB-C…). The iPhone 13 stays strong refurbished.
Based on official Apple specs.
See the table for materials and buttons. The iPhone 13 often feels similar day to day.
Newer chip on the iPhone 15. Both stay smooth; the gap shows in intensive gaming or 4–5 year ownership.
Each generation improves zoom and processing. Also compare Pro variants.
A refurbished iPhone 13 costs less than an equivalent iPhone 15. Compare stock and trade-in estimates.
Model comparisons
Compare iPhone 13 and iPhone 15: design, chip, camera, refurbished price.
Go to our stock or estimate trade-in.
Related guides
| Up to 19 hours |
| Up to 20 hours |
| Refurbished price | Older, usually cheaper | Newer, higher price |
|---|
| iOS longevity | Very good | Excellent (+1 generation) |
|---|
Our verdict
Choose refurbished iPhone 13 if budget comes first.
Choose iPhone 15 for the newer generation and extra iOS longevity.
Estimate your trade-in to stretch your budget.
| Up to 19 hours |
| Up to 20 hours |
| Refurbished price | Older, usually cheaper | Newer, higher price |
|---|
| iOS longevity | Very good | Excellent (+1 generation) |
|---|
Our verdict
Choose refurbished iPhone 13 if budget comes first.
Choose iPhone 15 for the newer generation and extra iOS longevity.
Estimate your trade-in to stretch your budget.