Apple is set to introduce the iPhone 17 series on September 9, 2025; pre-orders are expected to start on September 12 and sales on September 19.
This time around, we could see four models: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and a new, thinner iPhone 17 Air—will Air replace Plus?
- iPhone 17: Smooth 120Hz display, new A19 chip
- iPhone 17 Pro: Better camera and performance
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
Before that, let us know about these phones so that you can understand well which smartphone will be best for you.
comparison--
Display: 17 = 6.1–6.3" 17 Pr o = 6.3", 17 Pro Max = 6.9"; all rumoured to be 120Hz this time, meaning smooth scrolling/gaming
Build/Design: Pro/Max features new camera island/bar and lighter‑stronger metal‑glass design;
Performance: A19 series chip; expect better thermals and more RAM in Pro/Max--benefit in heavy apps/gaming.
Camera: Main + 24MP front rumored on 17; Triple 48MP, 8x telephoto on Pro/Max, new Pro Camera app/control rumored.
Battery: Pro Max has the largest--reportedly up to 5,000 mAh; Pro is said to range from 3,700 - 4,000 mAh.
There is a lot of talk about 120Hz ProMotion coming to all of them—Reels, Shorts, Gaming will all feel ultra‑smooth; the thin bezels on Pro/Max give an immersive feel.
Pro/Max generally have an edge on outdoor brightness and color accuracy, which comes in handy for photo/video editing.
- Understand the camera difference ?
- iPhone 17: Daylight photos, social media, everyday clicks—easy, reliable output; sharp selfies/video calls from 24MP front.
- 17 Pro: Triple 48MP setup + new Pro Camera app and possibly camera control buttons—better manual controls for vlogging/reels.
- 17 Pro Max: Talks of 8x periscope telephoto—clearer shots from far away in concerts/sports/wildlife; rumours of 8K videos.
- Performance and Gaming
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Faster app launches, better on-device AI and graphics with A19/A19 Pro; Thermal improvements in Pro/Max provide stability during long gaming/video recordings.
If back-to-back shooting/editing, the RAM/cooling of Pro/Max helps; for light use, iPhone 17 will suffice.
- Battery and Charging
Pro Max lasts long days with ease; Most reliable for travel/office-outings.
Qi2/fast wired charging reports are rife—Quick top-up a plus for all, heavy users get the most relief.
Now let's talk about who should buy which phone
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iPhone 17: Want a reliable iPhone, lightweight and pocket-friendly—perfect for daily use, students, casual photos.
17 Pro: Content creators/gamers—need better camera controls, smooth performance, and pro-grade tools.
17 Pro Max: Big screen + long battery + telephoto zoom—great for videos, cricket, Netflix, travel photography.
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