iPhone 13 Specs and Dimensions
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Every official iPhone 13 specification in one table — dimensions in both units, display, chip, cameras, battery, charging, connectivity, and build — plus direct answers about size, current software, and daily use.
Hardware specs from Apple iPhone 13 Tech Specs · Software status checked against Apple’s iOS 26 compatibility list
Size
iPhone 13 size
- Height
- 146.7 mm5.78 in
- Width
- 71.5 mm2.81 in
- Depth
- 7.65 mm0.30 in
- Weight
- 174 g
- Screen
- 6.1"diagonal
Weight among iPhones we track
At 71.5 mm wide, it sits on the 71 mm one-hand threshold. 174 g — heavier than 33% of iPhones we track.
Pick a comparison to overlay it at 2 px per mm — the same scale as the size tool. Front and side outlines are schematic; camera bumps are not modelled. Open the size comparison tool for any pair. Dimensions from Apple.
iPhone 13 full specifications
The iPhone 13 is a 2021 standard-size model with a 6.1-inch OLED display, A15 Bionic, dual 12MP cameras, 128GB to 512GB storage, Lightning, and up to 19 hours of local video playback. The table below lists Apple’s official values.
Official figures, grouped. Dimensions and weight include US and metric units.
| Dimensions & build | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5.78 in (146.7 mm) |
| Width | 2.81 in (71.5 mm) |
| Depth | 0.30 in (7.65 mm) |
| Weight | 6.14 oz (174 g) |
| Frame / back | aluminum / glass |
| Water resistance | IP68; Up to 6 m for 30 minutes under lab conditions |
| Colors | (PRODUCT)RED, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, Pink, Green |
| Display | |
| Size | 6.1-inch OLED; 6.06-inch standard rectangle |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 (460 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz |
| Brightness | 800 nits typical; 1,200 nits peak HDR |
| HDR display | Yes |
| True Tone | Yes |
| Always-on | No |
| Notch | Classic notch |
| Performance & software | |
| Chip | A15 Bionic; 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine |
| Storage | 128 GB · 256 GB · 512 GB |
| Apple Intelligence | No |
| Camera | |
| Main | 12MP, f/1.6, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 12MP, f/2.4, 120° field of view |
| Telephoto | Not published |
| Front | 12MP TrueDepth, f/2.2 |
| Max video | 4K Dolby Vision up to 60fps; Cinematic mode at 1080p/30 |
| LiDAR | No |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Camera Control | No |
| Action Button | No |
| Front cameras | TrueDepth, f/2.2 |
| Battery & charging | |
| Video playback | Up to 19 hours |
| Streamed video | Up to 15 hours |
| Audio playback | Up to 75 hours |
| Fast charging | Up to 50% in 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher |
| Apple fast-charge adapter requirement | 20W-or-higher adapter for Apple's fast-charge claim; maximum device draw not published |
| MagSafe / Qi2 | Yes, 15W |
| Qi | Wireless charging up to 7.5W |
| Connectivity & features | |
| 5G / Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Port | Lightning |
| Biometrics | Face ID |
| Other | No Crash Detection or Emergency SOS via satellite |
| Apple lineup status | No longer sold by Apple, checked 2026-09-14 |
| Pricing | |
| Launch price (base storage) | $799 |
Current iOS: iOS 26 compatible as of August 7, 2026; see Apple’s compatibility list
Source: Apple’s iPhone 13 Tech Specs. Apple notes that size and weight vary by configuration and manufacturing process; IP68 testing uses controlled laboratory conditions.
How big is the iPhone 13?
The iPhone 13 is 5.78 inches tall, 2.82 inches wide, 0.30 inch thick, and weighs 6.14 ounces (174 grams). Its 6.1-inch display is measured diagonally; Apple lists 6.06 inches for the standard rectangle because of the rounded corners.
Those are phone-only measurements, so a case adds to the width and depth. Use the iPhone size chart for cross-model dimensions, or see the smallest iPhone guide if one-handed use is your priority.
What the specs mean in daily use
The iPhone 13 combines a 6.1-inch OLED screen with a 174-gram aluminum-and-glass body and A15 Bionic. Its 60Hz display, Lightning connector, and lack of Apple Intelligence are the main hardware and software boundaries to check before buying or upgrading.
The classic notch remains rather than Dynamic Island, and Lightning means it does not share the USB-C connector used by newer iPhone generations. For charging behavior across models, compare iPhone ports and iPhone charging speeds.
Apple’s playback figures are controlled test targets, not a promise for every used device. Battery chemistry ages over time; Apple provides a Battery Health screen and says iPhone 14 and earlier batteries are designed to retain 80% of original capacity at 500 complete charge cycles under ideal conditions. See Apple’s Battery Health and Performance guidance and the site’s iPhone battery comparison.
Does the iPhone 13 support iOS 26?
As of August 7, 2026, Apple’s iOS 26 compatibility list includes iPhone 13. It can run the current major iPhone operating system, but software compatibility does not mean feature parity: Apple Intelligence requires iPhone 15 Pro models or iPhone 16 models or later.
Check Apple’s iOS 26 compatibility list for the current support boundary and Apple’s Apple Intelligence requirements for feature eligibility. Recheck this section after the next major iOS release.
Which iPhone 13 page do you need?
This page owns the iPhone 13’s official model facts. Use the linked pages for cross-model comparisons, connector and storage decisions, upgrade questions, or current buy-and-sell guidance.
iPhone 13 specs FAQ
What are the dimensions of the iPhone 13?
The iPhone 13 is 5.78 inches tall, 2.82 inches wide, 0.30 inch thick, and weighs 6.14 ounces (174 grams). Its display is labeled 6.1 inches diagonally; Apple measures the standard rectangle at 6.06 inches because of the rounded corners.
What chip and battery does the iPhone 13 have?
The iPhone 13 uses an A15 Bionic chip with a 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine. Apple rates it for up to 19 hours of video, 15 hours streamed, and 75 hours audio. Fast charging reaches 50% in 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher.
What is the iPhone 13 screen size and port?
The iPhone 13 has a 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display (6.06 inches as a standard rectangle) at 2532×1170, 460 ppi, 800 nits typical, and 1200 nits HDR peak. It uses 60Hz, a classic notch, and a Lightning connector.
What storage sizes does the iPhone 13 have?
The iPhone 13 comes in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. It has no microSD slot, so storage cannot be expanded after purchase.
Does the iPhone 13 support iOS 26?
As of August 7, 2026, Apple lists iPhone 13 as compatible with iOS 26. Apple Intelligence is not supported: Apple requires iPhone 15 Pro models or iPhone 16 models or later for its supported iPhone features.
Where should you go next?
Use these specifications as the model reference, then choose the guide that matches your purchase, sale, or upgrade decision.