Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

Our verdict: On contract, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro works out £160.16 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9". If you'd rather buy outright, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro starts at £897.00 SIM-free. The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max gives you more flexibility with 4 storage options to choose from.

Screen
6.3" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1206 x 2622 1320 x 2868
Pixels Per Inch
458 458
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
18 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro Apple A19 Pro
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
OS
Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm
Weight
206 grams 233 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£33.00/mo (£199.00 upfront) £44.29/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£897.00 £1094.99
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Apple iPhone 17 Pro Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Screen 6.3" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution 1206 x 2622 1320 x 2868
Pixels Per Inch 458 458
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 18 Megapixels 18 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 Pro Apple A19 Pro
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
OS Apple iOS Apple iOS
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm
Weight 206 grams 233 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins)
Contracts £33.00/mo
£199.00 upfront
£44.29/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £897.00 £1094.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper on contract at £1001.80 over the life of the deal from £33.00 per month with £199.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and both use LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £897.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max use?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max uses the Apple A19 Pro.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 206 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max run?

Both phones run Apple iOS.