Flagship Mobile Processor (SoC)Silicon9.7Apple Inc.·September 2025
Apple A19 Pro
TSMC 3nm (N3P) · 2x 4.2 GHz + 4x 2.4 GHz · 6-Core Metal 3 GPU
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max analysis: 6.9-inch display and triple 48MP cameras
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The iPhone 17 Pro Max represents a significant scaling up of Apple's flagship formula, most notably through its expansive 6.9-inch LTPO OLED display. Hitting 3000 nits of peak brightness, this panel is designed for uncompromising media consumption and outdoor visibility. Under the hood, the A19 Pro chipset built on a 3nm process pairs with a generous 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM clocked at an ultra-fast 8533 MHz, providing massive headroom for on-device Apple Intelligence tasks and sustained multitasking. For creators, the camera array is formidable. Apple has unified the rear system around three 48MP sensors, meaning the 13mm ultrawide and 100mm 4x periscope telephoto no longer suffer a resolution drop compared to the main 24mm lens. The inclusion of 4K video at 120fps, Apple Log 2, and a TOF 3D LiDAR scanner cements its status as a premier mobile video rig. However, these specifications come with physical compromises. At 233g and 163.4mm tall, it is undeniably bulky, and the aluminum unibody frame adds to that density. While the 4823 mAh battery is substantial, the 42W wired charging still requires 72 minutes for a full cycle, lagging significantly behind faster-charging competitors. Ultimately, this is a device for those who prioritize maximum screen real estate, elite video capabilities, and raw processing power over pocketability.
164 verified specification points across 19 categories.
The overall 8.4 is built from ten category scores. Here is the reason behind each one, tied to this phone's own figures.
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It supports 42W wired charging via USB PD 3.2, which takes 72 minutes to fully replenish its 4823 mAh battery. It also supports 25W wireless charging via MagSafe and Qi2, though no charger brick is included in the box.
It is highly water-resistant, featuring an IP68 certification. This means the aluminum and Ceramic Shield 2 body is protected against dust ingress and can withstand submersion in water, making it safe for everyday spills and rain.
It ships with iOS 26 out of the box. While the spec sheet does not list a specific end-of-life date, Apple's historical support suggests it will receive security and OS updates for over five years, maintaining longevity for its A19 Pro chip.
It is exceptional for video, capable of recording 4K resolution at up to 120fps. It features three 48MP rear sensors, Optical Image Stabilization on the wide and telephoto lenses, and professional-grade tools like ProRes, Apple Log 2, and Dolby Vision.
No, it does not feature a memory card slot. You must choose your internal NVMe storage capacity at the time of purchase, with options ranging from 256GB up to a massive 2TB.
The iPhone 17 Pro Max excels with its A19 Pro chip, 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and a 3000-nit 6.9-inch display, making it ideal for deep iOS users. However, if you need faster than 42W charging or a built-in stylus, the premium Samsung rival might offer better value.
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Explainers on the chipset, display and camera components used in the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, compiled from manufacturer documentation and published benchmarks.
Score Synchronization: The performance rating (9.7) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Apple A19 Pro platform.
Fabricated on TSMC customized 3nm N3P node with 2x high-frequency Everest performance cores clocked up to 4.20 GHz, 4x Sawtooth efficiency cores, a 6-core desktop-class Metal 3 GPU with hardware ray tracing, and a 16-core Neural Engine.
Manufactured with extreme ultraviolet (EUV) photolithography, utilizing optimized optical masks and precision pellicles to print transistor gates measuring just a few dozen atoms wide.
Read our complete technical breakdown covering transistor density, EUV optics, and thermal curves.
Read Full Apple A19 Pro BreakdownScore Synchronization: The performance rating (9.5) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Silicon-Carbon High-Density Anode Battery platform.
Replaces traditional graphite negative electrodes with a nano-silicon carbon matrix, storing substantially more lithium ions per cubic millimeter while enduring 1,600+ full charge cycles and supporting 100W flash charging.
Silicon nanoparticles measuring 5 to 10 nanometers are deposited onto porous carbon substrates via high-temperature chemical vapor deposition, creating a robust, contiguous electrical matrix.
Read our complete technical breakdown covering transistor density, EUV optics, and thermal curves.
Read Full Silicon-Carbon High-Density Anode Battery BreakdownScore Synchronization: The performance rating (9.5) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Sony IMX858 platform.
Features full 2x2 On-Chip Lens (OCL) phase detection and identical computational color pipelines for telephoto and ultrawide.
Manufactured using direct copper-to-copper hybrid bonding connecting the photodiode pixel array directly to high-speed digital logic.
Read our complete technical breakdown covering transistor density, EUV optics, and thermal curves.
Read Full Sony IMX858 BreakdownScore Synchronization: The performance rating (8.7) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Google Tensor 3D Vapor Chamber Cooling platform.
Integrated into the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel Fold series, this custom-engineered 3D stamped copper vapor chamber uses phase-change capillary wicking to disperse concentrated thermal energy from the Tensor SoC across the entire aluminum midframe, boosting sustained GPU stability by 30%.
Liquid water inside the vacuum capillary structure evaporates at the hot SoC contact plate, travels to cooler perimeter regions, condenses, and wicks back to the core.
Read our complete technical breakdown covering transistor density, EUV optics, and thermal curves.
Read Full Google Tensor 3D Vapor Chamber Cooling BreakdownScore Synchronization: The performance rating (9.3) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Apple Ceramic Shield (1st Gen) platform.
Developed by Apple in close collaboration with Corning, Apple's Ceramic Shield introduces nano-scale ceramic crystals grown directly into the glass matrix via a high-temperature crystallization process. This atomic interlock dramatically increases fracture toughness and drop resistance while maintaining full optical transparency for Super Retina XDR OLED displays.
Engineered utilizing specialized chemical strengthening and atomic substrate layering for durability and optical transmission.
Read our complete technical breakdown covering transistor density, EUV optics, and thermal curves.
Read Full Apple Ceramic Shield (1st Gen) BreakdownScore Synchronization: The performance rating (9.6) and graphics capability scored on Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are directly calibrated against the empirical benchmark standards of this Apple Ceramic Shield (2nd Gen) platform.
Debuting on the iPhone 16 family, the second-generation Apple Ceramic Shield features an advanced ceramic crystal lattice formulation that delivers 50% greater fracture toughness than the original Ceramic Shield and 2x higher impact resistance than any competitor smartphone glass on the market.
Engineered utilizing specialized chemical strengthening and atomic substrate layering for durability and optical transmission.
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Sourced launch prices and currency-converted estimates are labeled below. Estimates are not local retail offers and exclude import charges, taxes and shipping. Local availability and current selling prices may differ.
| Country | Price / estimate | Basis and variant |
|---|---|---|
| United Statesyour market | $699 | 12GB/2048GB launch MSRP |
| United Kingdom | £649 | 12GB/2048GB launch price |
| Canada | CA$959 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Australia | A$699 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Germany | €749 | 12GB/2048GB European launch price |
| France | €749 | 12GB/2048GB European launch price |
| Netherlands | €749 | 12GB/2048GB European launch price |
| Switzerland | CHF 659 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Norway | kr 8,190 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Sweden | kr 8,490 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Denmark | kr 5,699 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Ireland | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| New Zealand | NZ$1,169 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Singapore | S$949 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| United Arab Emirates | AED 2,569 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 2,619 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Japan | ¥108,300 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Austria | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Belgium | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Finland | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Italy | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Spain | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Portugal | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Greece | €729 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Poland | zł 2,899 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Czechia | Kč 17,090 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Israel | ₪2,619 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| South Korea | ₩965,000 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Hong Kong | HK$5,469 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Taiwan | NT$22,700 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Qatar | QAR 2,539 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Kuwait | KD 215 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| India | ₹64,999 | 12GB/2048GB official India price |
| Pakistan | Rs 195,999 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Bangladesh | ৳85,499 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Indonesia | Rp 11,319,000 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Philippines | ₱40,890 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Malaysia | RM 3,249 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Vietnam | ₫17,750,000 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Brazil | R$4,099 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Mexico | MX$13,599 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Nigeria | ₦1,083,000 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| South Africa | R 13,099 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Egypt | E£34,599 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
| Türkiye | ₺25,499 | 12GB/2048GB official launch MSRP |
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