Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
The photography king with lifelike colors, rich detail, and industry-leading video recording. Triple 48MP camera system with a 4x (100mm) telephoto, 8x optical-quality zoom, and new 18MP front camera holds up consistently across all three lenses.
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Our Verdict
TechRadar 'Best camera phone you can buy.' Lifelike colors, rich detail, industry-leading 4K 120fps video with zero dropped frames. Triple 48MP system with 4x (100mm) telephoto dominates.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- •Best-in-class video recording
- •4K 120fps smooth capture
- •Zero shutter lag
- •Spatial photo/video for Vision Pro
- •ProRAW and ProRes
- •39 hours video playback
Cons
- •Premium flagship price
- •12GB RAM less than Android
- •Slower charging than competitors
- •No physical gaming controls
Specifications
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR, 2868x1320, 120Hz ProMotion |
| Processor | A19 Pro Bionic |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB-2TB |
| Battery | Up to 39hr video |
| Camera | 48MP main (ƒ/1.78) + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP 4x (100mm) telephoto |
Quick Answers
What is the display of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max display: 6.9" Super Retina XDR, 2868x1320, 120Hz ProMotion.
What is the processor of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max processor: A19 Pro Bionic.
What is the RAM of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max RAM: 12GB.
What is the storage of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max storage: 256GB-2TB.
What is the battery of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max battery: Up to 39hr video.
What is the camera of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max camera: 48MP main (ƒ/1.78) + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP 4x (100mm) telephoto.
Who is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max for?
It suits photography enthusiasts, video creators, apple ecosystem users, console gaming, premium buyers. It is not the right pick for budget conscious, fast charging needs, android preference.
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max worth buying?
The photography king with lifelike colors, rich detail, and industry-leading video recording. Triple 48MP camera system with a 4x (100mm) telephoto, 8x optical-quality zoom, and new 18MP front camera holds up consistently across all three lenses. It ranks #1 in our Top 5 Camera Phones. TechRadar 'Best camera phone you can buy.' Lifelike colors, rich detail, industry-leading 4K 120fps video with zero dropped frames. Triple 48MP system with 4x (100mm) telephoto dominates.
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Photography enthusiasts
- Video creators
- Apple ecosystem users
- Console gaming
- Premium buyers
Not For
- Budget conscious
- Fast charging needs
- Android preference
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