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Apple
iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
- Apple A19 Pro · 6-core CPU
- 233 g
- 39 h · Video playback
- From $1,199
Available colors
Selected: Cosmic Orange
Physical specifications
6.9"
Display size
233 g
Weight
163.4 mm
Height
78.0 mm
Width
8.8 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
HeavyHeavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.
Reading and media
A large canvas for reading, video, and longer on-screen sessions.
Gaming
SuitableIts hardware should handle most modern games, though demanding titles may benefit from adjusted settings.
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Open size comparisonDisplay
- Display size
- 6.9"
- Display technology
- Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution
- 2868 × 1320
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Peak brightness
- 2000 nits
- Protection
- Ceramic Shield
Performance
- Chipset
- Apple A19 Pro
- CPU
- 6-core CPU
- GPU
- 6-core GPU
- RAM
- 12 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Wired charging
- 25 W
- Wireless charging
- 15 W
- Charging standard
- MagSafe, Qi2
- Video playback (Manufacturer claim)
- 39 h
- Battery type
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Fusion · 48 MP · ƒ/1.78 · 24 mm · Second-generation sensor-shift OIS; Ultra Wide · 48 MP · ƒ/2.2 · 13 mm; Telephoto · 48 MP · ƒ/2.8 · 120 mm · 4× optical zoom · OIS
- Front cameras
- Center Stage · 18 MP · ƒ/1.9
- Video recording
- 4K Dolby Vision up to 120 fps, ProRes up to 4K at 60 fps
Build & durability
- Frame
- Aluminum unibody
- Back
- Ceramic Shield
- Front
- Ceramic Shield
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave), Gigabit LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 6
- USB
- USB-C (USB 3)
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
- Satellite
- Emergency SOS via satellite
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Release and pricing
- Announced
- September 9, 2025
- Released
- September 19, 2025
- Starting price
- $1,199
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 256 GB
Buying guide FAQ
Practical upgrade and buying answers based on published specifications and previous-generation comparisons when available.
What’s new in Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) compared with Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024)?
Published changes versus Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) include a telephoto zoom change from 5× optical zoom to 4× optical zoom, a chipset change from Apple A18 Pro to Apple A19 Pro, a starting RAM change from 8 GB to 12 GB and a frame material change from Titanium to Aluminum unibody. These are specification differences, not measured real-world scores.
Is it worth upgrading from Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) to Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
An upgrade is easiest to justify if you care about a telephoto zoom change from 5× optical zoom to 4× optical zoom, a chipset change from Apple A18 Pro to Apple A19 Pro and a starting RAM change from 8 GB to 12 GB. If those areas already meet your needs on Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024), the move is optional rather than urgent.
How much better is the camera on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
Compared with Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024), the published camera changes are a telephoto zoom change from 5× optical zoom to 4× optical zoom. That describes hardware differences only, not independent photo quality tests.
Is the display improved on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
Published display specifications remain closely aligned with Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024). Buyers should not expect a clearly different screen experience from the listed panel data alone.
Has performance improved on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
Published performance changes versus Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) are a chipset change from Apple A18 Pro to Apple A19 Pro and a starting RAM change from 8 GB to 12 GB. That points to more compute headroom on paper; sustained speed still depends on thermals and software.
Has durability improved on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
Published durability-related changes versus Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) include a frame material change from Titanium to Aluminum unibody. Ratings describe lab protection claims, not drop-test results.
How much more expensive is Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) than Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024)?
Launch pricing lists Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) at the same $1,199 starting point as Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024). Storage or configuration differences can still change what you actually pay.
Who should buy Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025)?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) fits buyers who prioritize a very large phone display and people moving up from Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024). This is an editorial reading of size and published differences, not a personalized recommendation.
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Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Connectivity
- 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave)Gigabit LTE
- Colors
- Cosmic OrangeDeep BlueSilver
- RAM
- 12 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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