Used iPhone 13: specs, price and whether it is still worth buying in 2026
The iPhone 13 launched in 2021 at $799. QDN Certified 13s sell out quickly; join the waitlist or try the finder for the closest match in stock.
- A15 Bionic
- 6.1″ 60 Hz
- 2 cameras
- Up to 19 h video
- Lightning
- Case, protector & cable
Is the iPhone 13 still worth buying in 2026?
The 13 is the budget route into a QDN Certified iPhone. It still runs the current iOS, the cameras hold up for everyday photos, and the savings against a new phone are the largest in our range. Apple has typically given each iPhone six or more years of major iOS updates, so a 2021 phone should keep receiving them until around 2027. The trade-offs are the older chip, a 60 Hz screen and no Apple Intelligence.
Buying it QDN Certified changes the maths against a new phone: the price is pre-owned, but the warranty is 15 months, returns are 30 days, and the case, screen protector and cable that Apple no longer includes are in the box.
What QDN Certified means for a 13
Every phone passes our 100-point inspection before it is listed. The checks that matter most on this model:
- Screen & display
- Battery health
- Front & rear cameras
- Face ID
- Buttons & switches
- Speakers & microphones
- Charging & connectivity
- Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
- Clean IMEI — not blacklisted
In the box: the 13, Protective case, fitted to the model, Screen protector, USB charging cable, SIM ejector tool, Quick start guide.
iPhone 13 specifications
Apple’s published specifications for the iPhone 13. Storage, colour and battery health are per phone and shown on each listing.
| Released | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.1″, 60 Hz, Notch |
| Chip | A15 Bionic |
| RAM | 4 GB (reported; Apple does not publish it) |
| Rear cameras | 2: 12 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide |
| Optical zoom | No telephoto lens |
| Battery | Up to 19 h video playback (Apple's figure, new battery) |
| Charging port | Lightning |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Weight | 173 g |
| 5G | Yes |
| Satellite SOS | No |
| Apple Intelligence | No |
| Action button | No (ring/silent switch) |
| Camera Control | No |
| Apple launch price | $799 |
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iPhone 13 questions, answered
What chip does the iPhone 13 have?
The iPhone 13 runs Apple's A15 Bionic. It handles every current app and game comfortably, but it is not one of the chips Apple supports for Apple Intelligence.
How much RAM does the iPhone 13 have?
4 GB. Apple does not publish RAM figures; this is the widely reported number from teardowns and developer tools.
Does the iPhone 13 have 5G?
Yes. Every iPhone from the iPhone 12 onward supports 5G, including the iPhone 13. Our phones are carrier-unlocked, so 5G works on any US carrier that supports the phone.
How long does the iPhone 13 battery last?
Apple rates the iPhone 13 at up to 19 hours of video playback on a new battery. On a used phone the real figure depends on battery health, which is why every QDN listing shows the battery health percentage and no QDN Certified iPhone ships below 80%.
How much does the iPhone 13 weigh?
173 grams, about 6.1 ounces.
Does the iPhone 13 have USB-C?
No. The iPhone 13 uses Apple's Lightning port. USB-C arrived with the iPhone 15 generation. A Lightning cable is included in the box with every QDN Certified 13.
How many cameras does the iPhone 13 have?
2 rear cameras: 12 MP main · 12 MP ultra wide. There is no telephoto lens, so zoom beyond 2× is a digital crop. Plus a front camera with Face ID.
Does the iPhone 13 support Apple Intelligence?
No. Apple Intelligence requires an iPhone 15 Pro or any iPhone 16 or later. The iPhone 13 runs the current iOS but without those features.
Is the iPhone 13 waterproof?
It is water-resistant, not waterproof: rated IP68 for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 6 metres when new. Water damage is not covered by any manufacturer's warranty, and ours is no exception, so treat the rating as protection against accidents rather than an invitation to swim.
Does the iPhone 13 have satellite SOS?
No. Emergency SOS via satellite arrived with the iPhone 14; the iPhone 13 predates it.
Does the iPhone 13 still get iOS updates?
Yes. The iPhone 13 runs the current version of iOS. Apple has historically supported each iPhone with major updates for six or more years, so a 2021 phone should keep receiving them until around 2027, with security updates for longer.
Does Apple still sell the iPhone 13?
No. Apple stopped selling the iPhone 13 new in 2024. The way to get one now is pre-owned, which is why a QDN Certified 13 comes with the things a new phone would: a 15-month warranty, 30-day returns, and a case, screen protector and cable in the box.
How much is a used iPhone 13?
We are out of stock on the iPhone 13 at the moment. When it is in, a QDN Certified 13 is priced well below Apple's $799 launch price, and each listing shows storage, colour and battery health for that exact phone.
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