Processor

CPU

Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard)

Chipset

Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm)

GPU

Apple GPU (5-core graphics)

Build

Operating System

iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 18.5

N/A

Dimensions

146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.30 in)

Weight

204 g (7.20 oz)

SIM

Nano-SIM + eSIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Colors

Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, Alpine Green

Display

Technology

GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G

Screen Size

6.1 inches, 90.2 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio)

Resolution

1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)

Protection

Ceramic Shield glass

Extra Features

N/A

Network

2G Band

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
CDMA 800 / 1900

3G Band

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO

4G Band

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 - A2638, A2639, A2640
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2483, A2636

5G Band

1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2638, A2639
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A2483
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2636
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

Storage/Memory

Storage Space

128/256/512GB/1TB

RAM

6GB RAM

SD Card

Yes

Compatible SD Cards

N/A

Camera

Main Camera Pixels

12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS
12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm (telephoto), PDAF, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, OIS, 3x optical zoom
12 MP, f/1.8, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF
TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)

Front Camera

12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)

Built-in flash

Yes

Auto focus

Yes

Number of cameras

Pixel Density

~460 PPI

Other Features

Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) Video 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, stereo sound rec.

Device Connectivity

WLAN

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

Data

N/A

5G Support

Yes

GPS

GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

Radio

Battery

Capacity

Type Li-Ion 3095 mAh (12.11 Wh)
Charging Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min
15W wireless (MagSafe)
15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update

Other Features

Sensors

Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer Ultra Wideband (UWB) support

Audio

N/A

Messaging

N/A

Games

N/A

Finger Print

Yes

PTA Approved

Yes

Water Resistant

Dual SIM card support

Yes

Shock Resistant

4G LTE

Yes

SDIO

Yes

Dual screens

Yes

Misc

Release Date

20210924

Price

Rs. .208K–280K

Overview of Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max PTA Approved

Launched September 2021, the iPhone 13 Pro Max stands as Apple’s largest and most feature-rich model from that generation. With a stunning 6.7″ Super Retina XDR OLED display featuring ProMotion (120 Hz), a powerful A15 Bionic chip with 5‑core GPU, a triple 12 MP camera system with sensor-shift OIS and LiDAR, and 6 GB RAM, it offers flagship performance, premium build, and excellent battery life. The PTA-approved variant ensures legal network use in Pakistan and full compatibility with local carriers.

Price in Pakistan (PTA Approved)

PTA-approved pricing, based on current listings:

128 GB variant: ₨208,700–225,000
256 GB variant: around ₨265,000–275,000
512 GB variant: may reach up to ₨280,000 depending on condition and warranty

Non-PTA (grey imports) may be listed lower (₨145K–180K), but these carry activation limitations and legal risks in Pakistan.

Full Specifications

Feature	Specification
Display	6.7″ Super Retina XDR OLED, 2778×1284 px (~458 ppi), ProMotion 120 Hz, HDR10/Dolby Vision
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (5nm), hexa-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 6 GB RAM
Storage Options	128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB NVMe
Rear Cameras	Wide (12 MP ƒ/1.5, sensor-shift OIS), Telephoto (12 MP ƒ/2.8, 3× zoom, OIS), Ultrawide (12 MP ƒ/1.8, macro), LiDAR scanner
Front Camera	12 MP TrueDepth with Face-ID
Battery & Charging	~3,687 mAh; supports 20–27 W fast wired, 15 W MagSafe wireless, Qi charging
Software Support	Ships iOS 15; upgradeable through iOS 16.x and iOS 17
Build	Glass front/back, stainless-steel frame, IP68 water resistance, stereo speakers
Connectivity	5G SA/NSA, Dual‑SIM (nano‑SIM + eSIM), Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, UWB
Dimensions & Weight	~160.8×78.1×7.65 mm; ~228 g

✅ Pros

Smooth ProMotion OLED display with excellent brightness and color accuracy
Advanced triple-camera with sensor-shift OIS, macro, LiDAR, and Pro-level video capabilities
A15 Bionic with extra GPU core for superior graphics and performance
Long battery life, excellent for heavy multimedia users
MagSafe wireless charging, IP68 durability and stainless steel build
PTA-approved support ensures full cellular compatibility in Pakistan
iOS 16/17-ready—long-term software support ahead

❌ Cons

Heavy and bulky (~228 g)—less ideal for one-handed use
Battery degradation is common—ensure ≥85% battery health in used units
Only 6 GB RAM, which may struggle with future multitasking demands
No headphone jack or expandable storage
Risk of display bypass or faulty Face-ID in unofficial refurbished models
PTA taxes are significant, sometimes nearly matching the device price

Final Verdict

The iPhone 13 Pro Max (PTA Approved) remains a top-tier flagship option in Pakistan, priced between ₨208K and 280K depending on storage and condition. It offers an immersive display, superior camera suite, 5G support, premium build, and long-term iOS updates.

For the best value, choose 128 GB or 256 GB PTA-approved units with battery health above 85% and intact Face ID/TrueTone display. If portability or lower cost matters more, consider the iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 13 base model. For more cutting-edge features (120 Hz display, newer chipset), the iPhone 14 or 15 series might be worth waiting for.