The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a capable mid-range device, powered by the Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) that comfortably covers most everyday use cases, with a 4,823 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2025).
2025 · Mid-range · iOS 26
Overall
A
Performance
B+
Display
A+
Battery
B
Camera
B+
Charging
C
Software
B+
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⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.9" · 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetApple A19 Pro (3 nm)
RAM12GB
Storage1TB | 256GB | 2TB | 512GB
Main Camera48 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Solid 4,823 mAh battery for all-day use
✓Smooth Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓12GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Sharp 460 PPI screen
✓6.9" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗Heavy at 233g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec.
HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,823 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Market-dependent versions: · Li-Ion 4823 mAh - Nano SIM model · Li-Ion 5088 mAh - eSIM only model
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
📱 Design & Build
Weight
233g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Build
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
SIM
· Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International) · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China)
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Sensors
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
Yes
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max supports 5G connectivity.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max supports eSIM.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max supports wireless charging (Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired).
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max can wirelessly charge other devices.
Yes, up to 25W (Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired).
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified).
No, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max does not support a memory card.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International) · eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA) · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China).
No, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has stereo speakers.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max uses USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot.