TL;DR: What’s Changed With iPhone 17 Specs?
- ProMotion for all models — even the standard iPhone 17 now has a 120Hz display.
- Brighter screens — all models reach 3,000 nits peak brightness.
- Camera upgrades — higher-res ultrawide and telephoto lenses across Pro models, and better selfie cameras on all.
- New iPhone Air — replaces the Plus with a slim 5.6mm design.
- Bigger batteries overall — especially on the Pro Max.
- Storage bump — all models start at 256GB minimum.
- eSIM only worldwide — no more physical SIM trays.
- TL;DR: What’s Changed With iPhone 17 Specs?
- iPhone 17 Specs: Full Lineup Breakdown
- iPhone 17 Specs (Base Model)
- iPhone 17 Air Specs
- iPhone 17 Pro Specs
- iPhone 17 Pro Max Specs
- iPhone 17 Specs Comparison Table
- Should You Upgrade?
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iPhone 17 Specs: Full Lineup Breakdown
If you’re wondering how the iPhone 17 specs stack up across the full lineup, here’s a complete, no-nonsense breakdown.
From display tech to chipsets, camera configurations to battery life, here’s exactly what you need to know before you upgrade.
Apple launched four models in the iPhone 17 series:
- iPhone 17
- iPhone 17 Air
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
Let’s dive into the specs of each iPhone 17 model.
iPhone 17 Specs (Base Model)
SpecDetailsDisplay6.3-inch OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, up to 3,000 nits brightnessChipApple A19RAMNot disclosed (likely 8GB)Rear Cameras48MP Wide + 48MP Ultra WideFront Camera18MP with Center StageStorage Options256GB, 512GBBatteryUp to 30 hours video playbackBuildAluminum frame, glass back, Ceramic Shield 2SIMeSIM only (global)Price$799 (256GB)
✅ Key upgrade: ProMotion (120Hz) comes to the standard iPhone for the first time.
The iPhone 17 is no longer the “compromise” model. With a brighter, smoother display and sharper cameras, it feels much closer to the Pro models.
- ProMotion Display (120Hz): Smoother scrolling and gaming, finally on the base model.
- Better Cameras: 48MP wide + 48MP ultrawide plus a new 18MP selfie camera with Center Stage.
- A19 Chip: 20% faster than last year’s A18, with better AI and graphics performance.
- Storage Bump: Starts at 256GB (double the iPhone 16).
Bottom line: The best-value iPhone for most people.
iPhone 17 Air Specs
SpecDetailsDisplay6.5-inch OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits brightnessChipApple A19 ProRAMNot disclosed (likely 8GB)Rear Cameras48MP Wide (single camera)Front Camera18MP with Center StageStorage Options256GB, 512GB, 1TBBatteryUp to 27 hours video playbackBuildUltra-thin titanium frame (5.6mm)SIMeSIM only (global)Price$999 (256GB)
✅ Key feature: Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever — just 5.6mm thick.
The iPhone Air replaces the Plus model with a thinner, lighter design. It’s the only iPhone 17 with a single rear camera, but it runs the same A19 Pro chip as the Pro models.
- Super Slim Design: Just 165g, making it ultra-portable.
- Pro-Level Chip: A19 Pro with upgraded Apple modem for faster 5G.
- Trade-Off: No ultrawide or telephoto — just a single rear camera.
Bottom line: The stylish choice if you want performance in a slim, lightweight package.
iPhone 17 Pro Specs
SpecDetailsDisplay6.3-inch OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits brightnessChipApple A19 ProRAMNot disclosed (likely 8GB)Rear Cameras48MP Wide + 48MP Ultra Wide + 48MP Telephoto (up to 8x optical zoom)Front Camera18MP with Center StageStorage Options256GB, 512GB, 1TBBatteryUp to 33 hours video playbackBuildAluminum frame with vapor chamber coolingSIMeSIM onlyPrice$1,099 (256GB)
✅ Key upgrade: Triple 48MP cameras across the board, with improved zoom.
The iPhone 17 Pro is designed for power users. It brings 40% better sustained performance thanks to a new aluminum frame and cooling system.
- Triple 48MP Cameras: Wide, ultrawide, and telephoto with up to 8x optical zoom.
- Pro Video Tools: ProRes Raw, Genlock support for filmmakers.
- Cooling System: Vapor chamber cooling keeps performance stable during gaming and video work.
Bottom line: The most balanced iPhone — power, cameras, and design improvements without going huge.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Specs
SpecDetailsDisplay6.9-inch OLED, 120Hz ProMotion, 3,000 nits brightnessChipApple A19 ProRAMNot disclosed (likely 8GB)Rear Cameras48MP Wide + 48MP Ultra Wide + 48MP Telephoto (up to 8x optical zoom, 40x digital zoom)Front Camera18MP with Center StageStorage Options256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TBBatteryUp to 39 hours video playbackBuildAluminum frame with vapor chamber coolingSIMeSIM onlyPrice$1,199 (256GB)
✅ Key feature: The biggest iPhone with the longest battery life — and up to 2TB storage.
The Pro Max is Apple’s no-compromise flagship. It has the largest display, the best battery life, and the most storage ever in an iPhone.
- Bigger Display: 6.9-inch OLED, perfect for media and multitasking.
- Longest Battery Life: 39 hours of video playback.
- Maxed-Out Storage: Up to 2TB, ideal for creators.
- Zoom King: Telephoto lens with 40x digital zoom.
Bottom line: The ultimate iPhone for professionals and heavy users.
iPhone 17 Specs Comparison Table
ModelDisplayChipRear CamerasFront CameraStorageBatteryStarting PriceiPhone 176.3″ OLED, 120Hz, 3,000 nitsA1948MP Wide + 48MP UW18MP256GB, 512GB30 hrs$799iPhone 17 Air6.5″ OLED, 120Hz, 3,000 nitsA19 Pro48MP Wide (single)18MP256GB–1TB27 hrs$999iPhone 17 Pro6.3″ OLED, 120Hz, 3,000 nitsA19 ProTriple 48MP (W, UW, Tele)18MP256GB–1TB33 hrs$1,099iPhone 17 Pro Max6.9″ OLED, 120Hz, 3,000 nitsA19 ProTriple 48MP (W, UW, Tele, 40x digital)18MP256GB–2TB39 hrs$1,199Should You Upgrade?
If you’re on an iPhone 14 or older, the jump to the iPhone 17 series is massive — brighter screens, faster chips, better cameras, and longer battery life.
If you already have an iPhone 16, the upgrade is less dramatic, but you’ll still notice the new designs, brighter displays, and sharper cameras.
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