We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Apple iPhone 13 Starlight smartphone with flat edges and dual rear cameras

Apple Refurbished

Apple iPhone 13 256GB Unlocked Cell Phone Starlight PAB100756

SKU CH-5Y98-DTB62 MPN PAB100756

A refurbished unlocked 5G smartphone with a 6.1-inch OLED display, dual 12MP cameras and 256GB storage

  • CPUHexa-core
  • Storage drive256 GB
  • ProcessorA15 Bionic chip
  • Connection optionsYes
  • Operating systemiOS 17
  • Form factorSmart Phones

Color Starlight

Storage 256GB

  • Fully unlocked for any major carrier
  • 1‑inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with HDR10
  • Dual 12MP cameras with 2x optical zoom out
  • A15 Bionic chip with 6‑core CPU and 4‑core GPU
  • IP68 water resistance and Ceramic Shield glass

iPhone 13 256 GB unlocked phone

This Apple iPhone 13 comes with 256 GB of storage and is fully unlocked for any compatible carrier. It features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 2532 x 1170 resolution and 460 ppi pixel density. The device runs on the A15 Bionic chip and supports 5G connectivity. It is sold in refurbished Very Good condition (Grade B) with a Starlight finish.

Suits users wanting a unlocked iPhone

Buyers who need a brand-new, sealed unit should look elsewhere, as this is a refurbished Grade B handset. Those requiring more than 256 GB of internal storage will need a different model. The phone uses a Lightning connector, so anyone needing USB-C direct connectivity must consider other options. It lacks an always-on display feature.

256 GB internal storage capacity

The single specification that decides fit is the 256 GB internal storage, which cannot be expanded via memory card. This capacity determines how many apps, photos, and 4K Dolby Vision videos at 60 fps you can keep locally. If your media library exceeds this space, you will need cloud offloading or a higher-capacity iPhone. The dual 12 MP camera system and Cinematic mode fill this storage quickly.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Unlocked Smartphones, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $279.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 2,409 comparable items (median $168.99).
Storage drive 256 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,888 comparable items (median 128 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameApple
Product lineiPhone 13
Product colorStarlight
Cosmetic conditionVery Good Condition
Processor
CPUHexa-core
ProcessorA15 Bionic chip
Processor chipApple A15 Bionic
Core configurationHexa-Core
CPU clock speed2 × 3.22 GHz + 4xX.X GHz
Storage
Storage drive256 GB
Display
TouchscreenYes
Main screen size6.1 in (diagonal) all-screen OLED display
Screen resolution2532 × 1170
Pixel density460 ppi
Primary display colorWide color (P3)
Display technologyOLED
Audio & video
Camera flashCamera
True Tone flash
Video Recording
True Tone flash
TrueDepth Camera
Retina Flash
Video recordingVideo Recording
Cinematic mode (1080p at 30 fps)
HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps
4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Sensor-shift optical image stabilization for video (Main)
Audio zoom
QuickTake video
Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps
Time-lapse video with stabilization
Night mode Time-lapse
Cinematic video stabilization (4K, 1080p, and 720p)
Continuous autofocus video
Take 8MP still photos while recording 4K video
Playback zoom
Vide
Selfie cameraDual: 12 MP + SL 3D
Connectivity
Connection optionsYes
Technology type5G
SIM configurationDual SIM Cards
SIM typeDual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM)
BluetoothBluetooth v5.0
Built-in GPSYes
Ports & slots
USB portsLightning, USB 2.0
Audio connectionLightning
Power
Battery capacityVideo playback
Up to 19 h
Video playback (streamed)
Up to 15 h
Audio playback
Up to 75 h
Battery typeLithium Ion Battery
Size & build
Form factorSmart Phones
Overall dimensionsWidth: 2.82 in (71.5 mm)
Height: 5.78 in (146.7 mm)
Depth: 0.3 in (7.65 mm)
Product weight6.14 oz (174 g)
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm
Compatibility
Carrier compatibilityFully Unlocked
In the box
In the boxApple iPhone 13, Cable (Cube not Included)
Environment & compliance
Water resistanceIP68
Software
Operating systemiOS 17
More details
Built-in sensorsFace ID
Barometer
Three-axis gyro
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Ambient light sensor

Other versions of this model

5 more in the same range

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with this refurbished iPhone 13 and do I need to buy a SIM card separately?

The phone is sold as a standalone unit; a SIM card is not included and must be obtained from your carrier.

Should I choose the 256 GB model or is the 128 GB version enough for most users?

This listing is for the 256 GB capacity with 6 GB RAM, offering double the base storage for apps, photos and 4K video.

How does the 3240 mAh battery perform in daily use with the A15 Bionic chip?

The 3240 mAh cell supports all-day mixed use and enables 15 W MagSafe or 7.5 W Qi wireless charging.

More in Unlocked Smartphones

Similar items