Apple iPhone 13 Pro 256GB Refurbished

Description

Here’s your ultimate guide to buying a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro (256GB) in 2024 – with crucial insights most buyers overlook:

️ Refurbishment Reality Check

1. Battery Health Matters Most
   • Apple Certified: 100% battery health (new battery)
   • Third-party refurbished: Often 90-95% (ask for proof)
   • Pro Tip: Check cycle count (under 300 is ideal)
2. Cosmetic Grading Explained
   • Premium Refurb: Like-new, no scratches
   • Grade A: Minor hairline scratches
   • Grade B: Visible wear (avoid for resale value)

⚡ Performance in 2024

• Geekbench 6 Scores:
  • Single-core: 2000 (matches Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
  • Multi-core: 5000 (beats Pixel 8’s Tensor G3)
• Gaming Performance:
  • Genshin Impact: 60FPS stable (better thermals than iPhone 14)
  • Warzone Mobile: Max settings possible

Camera Showdown vs Modern Phones

Battery Life Expectations

• Screen-on Time:
  • Light use: 8-9 hours
  • Heavy use: 5-6 hours
• Key Advantage: More efficient than iPhone 14 (A15 vs A16 thermal issues)

Price Sweet Spots (Mid-2024)

iOS Support Timeline

• Guaranteed Updates: Until 2027 (iOS 18 likely final)
• Security Updates: Until 2029+
• Critical Note: Loses some iOS 18 AI features coming to iPhone 15+

⚠️ Hidden Purchase Risks

1. IC-Locked Models: Avoid “iCloud locked” devices
2. Part Replacements: Non-genuine screens lose True Tone
3. Region Locks: Some models lack mmWave 5G

Who Should Buy?

• Photographers wanting ProRAW/ProRes
• Long-term users okay with 3+ years
• Upgraders from iPhone XR/11