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£700-£999 Phones · 68 phones
Performance
3.8
/5
Display
2.8
/5
Rear Camera
2.3
/5
Front Camera
2.8
/5
Battery
2.2
/5
Color
All
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Storage
All
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Anyone who prioritises a compact, one-hand-friendly iPhone above all else and is willing to accept shorter battery life as the trade-off for the last small flagship Apple ever made.
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About the Apple iPhone 13 mini
The iPhone 13 mini holds a unique place in Apple's lineup as the last truly compact flagship iPhone ever made. Apple discontinued the mini line after this generation, which means if you want a small, powerful iPhone, this is your best and final option. The 5.4-inch OLED display is sharp and vibrant with HDR10 and Dolby Vision support, packed into a body that fits comfortably in one hand and disappears into a pocket. The A15 Bionic chip inside is the same processor found in the standard iPhone 13 and even the iPhone 14, so performance in 2026 remains genuinely quick for everything from social media to demanding games. The dual 12MP camera system with sensor-shift stabilisation and Cinematic mode delivers results that punch well above what you would expect from a phone this size. The honest downside is battery life, which was modest at launch and has only become more noticeable with age. Heavy users will need a top-up by mid-afternoon. It runs the latest iOS and should receive updates through at least 2027. No Apple Intelligence, no USB-C, no 120Hz, but for anyone who values compactness above all else, nothing else on the market comes close.
Expert Rating
4.2
(3 reviews)
iPhone 13 Mini vs iPhone 13 — Key Differences
| Feature | Apple iPhone 13 mini | Apple iPhone 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz, 800 nits typical | 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz, 800 nits typical |
| Chipset | A15 Bionic, 4-core GPU | A15 Bionic, 4-core GPU |
| Camera system | 12MP wide + 12MP ultrawide | 12MP wide + 12MP ultrawide |
| Battery | 2,406 mAh — up to 17 hours video playback | 3,227 mAh — up to 19 hours video playback |
| Weight | 141 g | 174 g |
| Pocketability | Compact 131.5 mm body — the last small flagship iPhone ever made | Standard 146.7 mm body — comfortably longer battery life |
| SIM-free price | Not available | From £399.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini still worth buying in 2026?
For compact phone enthusiasts, absolutely. It is the last small-form-factor flagship iPhone Apple ever made, and nothing has replaced it. The A15 Bionic chip and dual cameras remain capable, and iOS support continues. The main concern is battery life, which is the weakest aspect, especially after several years of charge cycles.
How long will the Apple iPhone 13 mini receive software updates?
The iPhone 13 mini currently runs the latest iOS and is expected to receive updates through at least 2027, based on Apple's typical six to seven year support cycle. It launched in September 2021, so it still has meaningful software support remaining with regular security patches.
Why did Apple stop making the iPhone mini?
Apple discontinued the mini line after the iPhone 13 mini due to lower sales compared to larger models. It was replaced by the iPhone 14 Plus in the 2022 lineup. This makes the iPhone 13 mini the last compact flagship iPhone available, giving it a unique position for small-phone fans.
How does the Apple iPhone 13 mini compare to the iPhone 12 mini?
The iPhone 13 mini significantly improved battery life with roughly two extra hours of video playback, upgraded to a 28% brighter display, added a larger main camera sensor that captures 47% more light, introduced Cinematic video mode, and doubled base storage to 128GB. The A15 chip also brought meaningful performance gains over the A14.
Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini battery life good enough?
Battery life is the 13 mini's biggest weakness. Apple rates it at 17 hours of video playback, but real-world use with 5G, GPS, and frequent app use typically gets light to moderate users through a full day. Heavy users will likely need a midday charge, and battery health may have degraded on older units.
Does the Apple iPhone 13 mini support 5G?
Yes, the iPhone 13 mini supports sub-6GHz 5G on all major UK networks. Despite its small size, it delivers full 5G connectivity for faster downloads and streaming. It does not support mmWave 5G, but this has minimal impact in the UK where sub-6GHz is the standard.
Is the Apple iPhone 13 worth it over the Apple iPhone 13 mini?
The biggest difference is battery life. The iPhone 13's larger 6.1-inch body houses a significantly bigger battery that comfortably lasts a full day, whereas the mini often needs a midday top-up. The cameras, A15 Bionic chip, and software support are identical between the two. The iPhone 13 starts at around £220 SIM-free. If battery life matters more than pocketability, the standard 13 is the better choice. Compare Apple iPhone 13 deals.
Apple iPhone 13 mini Specifications
Spec Scores
£700-£999 Phones · 68 phones
- Apple A15 Bionic
- Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard)
This phone
75%
Avg
78%
Best
100%
This phone
75%
Avg
45%
Best
100%
Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.
- 5.4 inches
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- OLED, 1200 nits peak
This phone
55%
Avg
79%
Best
100%
This phone
55%
Avg
60%
Best
100%
Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.
- Single camera setup
- 12 MP main camera
- 4K video recording
This phone
46%
Avg
58%
Best
90%
This phone
46%
Avg
39%
Best
90%
Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.
- 12 MP front camera
- 4K selfie video
This phone
55%
Avg
62%
Best
92%
This phone
55%
Avg
54%
Best
92%
Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.
- 2,438 mAh
- Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min
This phone
44%
Avg
60%
Best
100%
This phone
44%
Avg
52%
Best
100%
Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.
General
Camera
Primary Camera Megapixels
12
Primary Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60fs, 1080@25/30/60/120/240fs, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (u to 60fs), stereo sound rec.
Second Camera
12 , f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.9", 1.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 , f/2.4, 120˚, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm
Selfie Camera Features
HDR
Primary Selfie Camera
12 , f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Resolution
2160
Selfie Video Resolution
4K@24/25/30/60fs, 1080@25/30/60/120fs, gyro-EIS
Display
Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Display Size
5.4
Display Resolution
1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~476 ppi density)
Display Protection
Ceramic Shield glass
CPU & Memory
Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack
No
Connectivity & Data
2G
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2628, A2629, A2630
5G
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 Sub6/mmWave - A2628
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
Network Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
USB
Lightning, USB 2.0
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Battery
Battery
2438
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update
Other
Sensors
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer