Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
177 g |
| thickness |
7.95 mm |
| width |
71.5 mm |
| height |
149.6 mm |
| volume |
85.03638 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| waterproof depth rating |
6 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| lowest potential operating temperature |
0 °C |
| maximum operating temperature |
35 °C |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone 17 features a compact and well-designed body with a weight of 177 g and dimensions of 149.6 mm in height, 71.5 mm in width, and a thickness of 7.95 mm. It has a volume of 85.04 cm³ and a waterproof design with an IP68 rating, allowing it to withstand depths of up to 6 meters. The phone is not built to be rugged, and it does not support folding. Additionally, it operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 35°C, making it suitable for a variety of environments.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.3" |
| pixel density |
460 ppi |
| resolution |
1206 x 2622 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
1000 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✓ |
| contrast ratio |
2000000:1 |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Apple iPhone 17 boasts a 6.3″ OLED display, offering a resolution of 1206 x 2622 px and a pixel density of 460 ppi for sharp and clear visuals. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision for an enhanced viewing experience, while the typical brightness reaches up to 1000 nits. The display features a 120Hz refresh rate and touch sampling rate, ensuring smooth interactions. It also includes an Always-On Display, though it does not have Gorilla Glass protection or a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Apple A19 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 4.26 & 4 x 2.51 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
8810 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
3608 |
| GPU clock speed |
1490 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
3 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
6 threads |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
78.8 GB/s |
| L2 cache |
16 MB |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| uses multithreading |
✕ |
| number of transistors |
20000 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
10W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
128 |
The Apple iPhone 17 is powered by the Apple A19 chipset, featuring 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage for smooth multitasking and ample space. It has a 6-core CPU with speeds of 4.26 GHz for the high-performance cores and 2.51 GHz for the efficiency cores, alongside an integrated GPU clocked at 1490 MHz. With a Geekbench 6 score of 8810 for multi-core and 3608 for single-core, this device offers solid performance. The iPhone 17 also supports 64-bit processing and features a maximum memory bandwidth of 78.8 GB/s, ensuring fast data handling and responsiveness.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
48 & 48 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2.2 & 1.6f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
18MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 60 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✓ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✓ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
2x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| pixel size (main camera) |
1 & 0.7 µm |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
1.9f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| minimum focal length |
13 mm |
| maximum focal length |
26 mm |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✓ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Apple iPhone 17 features a dual-lens main camera with 48 MP sensors, offering optical zoom up to 2x and a wide aperture of 2.2f and 1.6f for excellent low-light performance. It supports 4K video recording at 60 fps and slow-motion recording, while the front camera delivers an 18 MP resolution and features a wide aperture of 1.9f. The camera system also includes advanced features like manual exposure, HDR, phase-detection autofocus, and the ability to shoot panoramas and timelapse videos.
Operating system:
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✓ |
| has theme customization |
✕ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✓ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✕ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✕ |
| has focus modes |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✕ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has SharePlay |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✕ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✓ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| has AirPlay |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✕ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✕ |
| has Quick Start |
✓ |
The Apple iPhone 17 offers robust privacy and usability features, including location privacy options and camera/microphone access controls. Users can also block app tracking, cross-site tracking, and enjoy Mail Privacy Protection. For enhanced usability, it includes dark mode, widgets, and the ability to offload apps. It supports on-device machine learning, Live Text, and AirPlay, while also offering Quick Start and customizable notifications. The phone also includes features like battery health check, focus modes, and PiP support for seamless multitasking.
Battery:
| battery power |
3692 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
40W |
| wireless charging speed |
30W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| Battery life |
30 hours |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is powered by a 3692 mAh rechargeable battery offering up to 30 hours of battery life. It supports fast charging at 40W and wireless charging at 30W, providing convenient power-up options. While it doesn't include a charger or support reverse wireless charging, it does offer a battery level indicator for easy monitoring of power status.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
| number of microphones |
3 |
This device features stereo speakers for a rich audio experience and is equipped with three microphones for clear voice capture. However, it lacks a 3.5mm audio jack, FM radio, and advanced Bluetooth audio codecs such as aptX, LDAC, or aptX HD.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
September 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM, 1 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
6 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✕ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✓ |
| has crash detection |
✓ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✓ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers 5G support, ensuring fast download speeds of 10000 MBits/s and upload speeds of 3500 MBits/s. It supports multiple connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6, NFC, GPS, and 3D facial recognition. While it lacks features like an external memory slot, infrared sensor, and HDMI output, it offers emergency SOS via satellite, crash detection, and several sensors such as a gyroscope, accelerometer, and barometer.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device comes equipped with a video light for enhanced photography and videography in low-light conditions. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.