| Name | Nothing Phone (2) | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $599 | $1199 |
| Released | Jul 2023 | Sep 2025 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
| Operating system | ||
| Operating system (OS) | Android 13 | iOS 26 |
| Latest OS update? | Android 14 | - |
| Display specifications | ||
| Display type | OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Display size (inch) | 6.7″ | 6.9″ |
| Resolution (H×W) | 2412×1080 | 2868×1320 |
| Aspect ratio (H:W) | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel density (PPI) | 394 PPI | 460 PPI |
| HDR support (types) | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Refresh rate (max) | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Apple A19 Pro |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Apple GPU, 6 cores |
| CPU cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| CPU clock speed (max) | 3.0 GHz | 4.26 GHz |
| RAM options (GB) | 8 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory options (GB) | 128 | 256 | 512 | 256 | 512 | 1024 | 2048 |
| Memory card slot? (microSD) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Main camera layout | ||
| Primary (wide) | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto | ❌ | 48 MP |
| Optical zoom | ❌ | 4× |
| Other cameras (macro/depth) | ❌ | ToF 3D LiDAR scanner |
| Main camera features | ||
| Photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Video HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8K video? | ❌ | ❌ |
| 4K video? | 30/60 fps | 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps |
| 1080p video? | 30/60 fps | 25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | 720p@30 fps |
| Selfie-camera layout | ||
| Primary | 32 MP wide | 18 MP wide |
| Secondary | ❌ | SL 3D |
| Selfie-camera features | ||
| Face recognition? | Face unlock | Face ID |
| Selfie photo HDR? | ✔ | ✔ |
| 4K selfie video? | ❌ | 24/25/30/60 fps |
| 1080p selfie video? | 30 fps | 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Other resolutions? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Connectivity | ||
| SIM type? (physical) | Nano | Nano (USA: none) |
| Dual SIM? (card slots) | ✔ | ❌ China only |
| eSIM? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Cellular networks | 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| NFC? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Charging & data port | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Battery, power & charging | ||
| Battery capacity (3.7V) | 4700 mAh | 4832 mAh, .5088 mAh (USA) |
| Wired charging speed? | 45 W | 40 W |
| Wireless charging? | 15 Watt | 25 Watt |
| Reverse wireless charging? | ✔ 5 W | ❌ |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | 2.0 (stereo) | 2.0 (stereo) |
| 3.5 mm AUX out port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Build & materials | ||
| IP-Code | IP54 | IP68 |
| Screen material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Ceramic Shield 2 |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum Alloy |
| Back material | Gorilla Glass 5 | Ceramic Shield |
| Layout & design | ||
| Selfie camera placement? | Punch hole | Island |
| Fingerprint sensor? | Under display | ❌ |
| Special design features? | Transparent back panel, 11 LED light strips | Action button, Camera control button |
| Color options: | White, Dark Gray | Silver, Blue, Orange |
| Size & weight | ||
| Size (cm H×W×D): | 16.21×7.64×0.86 | 16.34×7.80×0.88 |
| Size (inch H×W×D): | 6.38×3.01×0.34 | 6.43×3.07×0.35 |
| Weight (gram): | 201.2 | 233 |
| Weight (oz): | 7.09 | 8.22 |
| In the box | ||
| Cables? | USB-C to C | USB-C to C |
| Charger? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Adapters? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other | SIM tool | SIM tool (outside USA) |
| More info | ||
| Model numbers | A065 | A3526, A3257, A3527, A3525 |
| User guide / manual | User guide | User Guide |
| Official site link: | Nothing.tech | Apple.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Apple, Amazon |
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