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iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

8 source-backed differences · 8 fields the same. Official sources below.

Both records verified · latest Aug 26, 2026

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iPhone 17 Pro has advantages in design & dimensions, while iPhone 17 Pro Max has advantages in battery.

Top Differences

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38 registry fields

Video playback33 hours39 hours
Weight206 g233 g
Streamed video hours3035
Height mm150163.4
Width mm71.978

What Changed

Deterministic differences from the verified structured records.

Video playbackiPhone 17 Pro Max

33 hours compared with 39 hours

WeightiPhone 17 Pro

206 g compared with 233 g

Streamed video hoursiPhone 17 Pro Max

30 compared with 35

Height mmDifferent, with no automatic winner

150 compared with 163.4

Width mmDifferent, with no automatic winner

71.9 compared with 78

Full Comparison

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38 registry fields

FieldiPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Display sizeMinor difference2 official sources6.3 in6.9 inMore screen space changes reading and media comfort.
ResolutionMarginal difference2 official sources2622-by-1206-pixel resolution at 460 ppi2868-by-1320-pixel resolution at 460 ppiNo universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxWhy it matters
Video playbackMarginal difference2 official sources33 hours39 hoursApple’s common playback test gives a comparable endurance signal.
Streamed video hoursMarginal difference2 official sources3035No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxWhy it matters
WeightMarginal difference2 official sources206 g233 gWeight affects long sessions and one-handed comfort.
Height mmMarginal difference2 official sources150163.4No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
Width mmMarginal difference2 official sources71.978No universal winner; decide based on your use case.
FieldiPhone 17 ProiPhone 17 Pro MaxWhy it matters
ContentsMarginal difference2 official sourcesiPhone 17 Pro, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.iPhone 17 Pro Max, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation, We encourage you to use any compatible USB-C power adapter. If you need a new Apple power adapter or headphones, they are available for purchase.No universal winner; decide based on your use case.

What’s the same

Refresh rate120 Hz
ChipA19 Pro
Outdoor brightness3,000 nits outdoor
Main camera48 MP
Ultra Wide camera48 MP
Fast chargeUp to 50% charge in 20 minutes 8 with 40W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable
Video4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps, 100 fps (Fusion Main), or 120 fps (Fusion Main)
RatingRated IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529

Which should you buy?

iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max trade strengths: iPhone 17 Pro leads in Design, while iPhone 17 Pro Max leads in Battery.

CHOOSE IPHONE 17 PRO
  • Choose iPhone 17 Pro if you prioritize design.
CHOOSE IPHONE 17 PRO MAX
  • Choose iPhone 17 Pro Max if you prioritize battery.

Category-by-category

BATTERY · iPhone 17 Pro Max

Leads in battery.

DESIGN & DIMENSIONS · iPhone 17 Pro

Leads in design.

OTHER · Comparable

Comparable across other.

DISPLAY · Comparable

Comparable across display.

FIELD-LEVEL PROVENANCE

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