There it is, the refurbished iPhone 13 ! This iPhone was launched during the Apple Event on September 14, 2021. The first refurbished devices are now coming onto the market, the first lucky bastards already have one in their hands. You may already know exactly which model you want. If not, we will help you out. Because what is the difference between the iPhone 11, iPhone 12 and the iPhone 13 ? And what has remained the same? We will tell you!
What does he look like?
In terms of design, the iPhone 12 and new iPhone 13 models are quite similar. Both are made of aluminum frames that are flat on the sides instead of rounded. They also both have a glossy glass back with a dual camera system in the top left corner. The dimensions and weight of the iPhone 12 and 13 models are also virtually the same. The iPhone 11, on the other hand, still has the "old" design with rounded, glossy sides. It also has a matte glass back and is slightly larger and heavier than the iPhone 12 or 13 .
The big difference in design is in the notch (the notch for the front camera), the camera and the colors. This so-called notch is smaller than ever, so that your screen seems even bigger. It therefore obstructs the view less when you watch a video full-screen. The camera has also had a redesign with the iPhone 13. Where the two cameras are vertically below each other on the iPhone 11 and 12, they are now diagonally next to each other. Finally: the colors. Every time a new iPhone is planned, all kinds of rumors arise about the newest colors. This time Apple surprised us with, in addition to the black, gold and silver, a beautiful light blue 13 Pro . The iPhone 13 is available in the standard black and white version, but also in the cool colors red, pink and dark blue.
What can he do?
Screen
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models all feature 6.1-inch OLED displays with HDR at 460 pixels per inch. The iPhone 11 also has a 6.1-inch display, but it features a Liquid Retina LCD display with 326 pixels per inch. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models are therefore notably sharper and more vibrant. However, the iPhone 11 still offers a great display with ample brightness.
All three iPhones feature True Tone technology, which allows the screen to adjust to ambient light, and Haptic Touch, which allows you to access functions by pressing the screen for longer. Of course, all three are also equipped with IOS 13 or later, which allows you to enable Dark Mode on your iPhone.
Camera
The iPhone 12 and 13 have dual rear cameras, consisting of a 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor. The iPhone 11 also has a dual rear camera, but with a 12-megapixel wide-angle sensor and a slightly narrower aperture. All three deliver great results, but the iPhone 11 uses Night mode a little more in low-light conditions due to this narrower aperture, and captures slightly less of the edge-to-edge footage. The front-facing cameras on the iPhone 11, 12, and 13, meanwhile, are all 12-megapixel TrueDepth cameras, with Smart HDR for photos and 4K video recording. The iPhone 12 and 13, however, also offer Night mode on the front-facing camera.
All three models feature optical image stabilization, a brighter True Tone flash, and Portrait Lighting. There are also a number of additional features on the iPhone 13 models, including Movie Mode. This means you can shift the focus between subjects both during and after filming while the image stays in the same position. It's a major advancement for making professional-quality videos.
Hardware
One of the main differences between the iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and the older iPhone 11 is the hardware. As you'd expect, the iPhone 13 takes a big leap in hardware, from the A14 chip in the iPhone 12 and the A13 in the iPhone 11, to the new A15 chip. This should offer a smoother experience overall, especially when it comes to gaming and other heavy lifting.
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 come in 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB storage options, while the iPhone 13 storage options start at 128GB and go up to 512GB. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 models are 5G capable, while the iPhone 11 is only 4G. All models have Lightning charging, though the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 also have MagSafe on board, which allows for magnetic charging.
Long story short
The biggest changes for the iPhone 13 are in its sleek design with smaller notch, an improved camera with Movie mode and a new, super-fast chip with larger storage capacity. Upgrading to the iPhone 13 will therefore mainly provide a boost in speed, camera improvements and a small design change. Are you considering upgrading from an older iPhone, but you don't need the latest of the latest or is the new 13 outside your budget? Then the iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 are still fantastic devices.
| Model | Dimensions | Design | Screen | Camera | Chip and storage | To upload | Network | Starting price |
| iPhone 11 | 150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm; 194 g | Rounded glossy sides with matte back and vertical dual camera | Liquid Retina LCD display; 6.1-inch with 326 pixels per inch | Dual camera with a 12-megapixel wide-angle sensor; narrower aperture | A13 with 64GB up to 256 GB | Lightning | 4G | €359 |
| iPhone 12 | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm; 164 g | Flat sides with glossy back and vertical dual camera | OLED display with HDR; 6.1-inch with 460 pixels per inch | Dual camera with 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor. | A14 with 64GB up to 256 GB | Lightning and MagSafe (not included) | 5G | €519 |
| iPhone 13 | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm; 174 g | Flat sides with glossy back and diagonal dual camera | OLED screens with HDR; 6.1 inches with 460 pixels per inch | Dual camera with 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor; Movie mode | A15 with 128GB up to 512GB | Lightning and MagSafe (not included) | 5G | €899 |
