| Name | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $1099 | $1099 |
| Released | Sep 2025 | Sep 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Current price | Apple, Amazon | Amazon |
| Software | ||
| Operating system (OS) | iOS 26 | iOS 15 |
| Latest OS update? | - | iOS 18.2.1 |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | LTPO OLED | OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.3″ | 6.7″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2622×1206 | 2778×1284 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 460 PPI | 458 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Apple A15 Bionic |
| GPU | Apple GPU, 6 cores | Apple GPU, 5 cores |
| CPU cores | 6-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 4.26 GHz | 3.23 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 128 | 256 | 512 | 1024 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 12 MP |
| Optical zoom | 4× | 3× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps | 24/30/60 fps |
| 1080p video? | 25/30/60/120/240 fps | 30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | 720p@30 fps | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 18 MP wide | 12 MP wide |
| Secondary | SL 3D | SL 3D |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face ID | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | 24/25/30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 25/30/60/120 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano (USA: none) | Nano |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ❌ China only | ✔ |
| eSIM? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 3.2 | Lightning |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 3988 mAh, .4252 mAh (USA) | 4352 mAh |
| Wired charging speed? | 40 W | ~27 W |
| Wireless charging? | 25 Watt | 15 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP68 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Ceramic Shield 2 | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Frame material | Aluminum Alloy | Stainless Steel |
| Back material | Ceramic Shield | Glass |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Island | Notch |
| Fingerprint sensor? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Special design features? | Action button, Camera control button | Ring/silent switch |
| Color options: | Silver, Blue, Orange | Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, Alpine Green |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 15.00×7.19×0.88 | 16.08×7.81×0.77 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 5.91×2.83×0.35 | 6.33×3.07×0.30 |
| Weight (gram): | 206 | 240 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.27 | 8.47 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to Lightning |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool (outside USA) | SIM tool, Apple sticker |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A3256, A3523, A3522, A3524 | A2643, A2484, A2641, A2644, A2645, iphone14,3 |
| User guide / manual | User Guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Apple.com | Apple.com |
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