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17 Pro Max
Released September 19, 202512GB + 256GB / 5GKES 161,000
12GB + 512GB / 5GKES 189,000
12GB + 1TB / 5GKES 217,000
12GB + 2TB / 5GKES 290,000
Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED, 2868 x 1320 pixels, 460 PPI, Always-On Display, adaptive 1-120Hz ProMotion, HDR and Dynamic Island |
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Processor | Apple A19 Pro with 6-core CPU, 6-core GPU with Neural Accelerators, 16-core Neural Engine and hardware-accelerated ray tracing |
Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB internal storage; no microSD expansion |
Brightness | 1000 nits typical, 1600 nits HDR peak and up to 3000 nits outdoor peak brightness |
Colors | Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue |
Camera | 48MP Fusion Main (f/1.78, sensor-shift OIS) + 48MP Fusion Ultra-Wide (120°) + 48MP Fusion Telephoto (4x optical, 8x optical-quality, 3D sensor-shift OIS) | 18MP Center Stage Front Camera |
Video | 4K Dolby Vision up to 120fps, ProRes up to 4K 120fps with external recording, ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, ACES, genlock, Cinematic mode and Action mode |
Battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery; up to 39 hours video playback or 35 hours streamed video playback |
Charging | Up to 50% in 20 minutes using a 40W or higher USB-C adapter; MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W |
Audio | Stereo speakers with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support; four studio-quality microphones with wind-noise reduction and Audio Mix |
Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread, second-generation Ultra Wideband, NFC, dual-frequency GPS, satellite safety features, USB-C 3 with DisplayPort and up to 10Gbps transfer speeds |
Durability | IP68 water and dust resistance up to 6 metres for 30 minutes, aluminium unibody, Ceramic Shield 2 front and Ceramic Shield back |
Biometrics | Face ID through the TrueDepth-enabled 18MP Center Stage front camera |
Software | iOS 26 with Apple Intelligence, Visual Intelligence, Live Translation and professional camera and video workflows; Apple does not advertise a fixed update-duration commitment |
In the Box | iPhone 17 Pro Max, 1-metre USB-C charging cable and documentation; power adapter sold separately |
Video Review
Summary
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is Apple's largest and most capable 2025 flagship. It combines the vapor-cooled A19 Pro platform with a bright 6.9-inch 120Hz ProMotion display, three 48MP rear cameras, an 18MP Center Stage front camera and up to 2TB of storage. Its professional video features, long battery life and tightly integrated Apple ecosystem make it especially suitable for demanding users and content creators, although its high price, large 233g build and comparatively modest charging speed remain important compromises.
Key Advantages
- A19 Pro chipset and vapor-chamber cooling deliver excellent sustained performance
- Large 6.9-inch ProMotion OLED display reaches 3000 nits outdoors
- Versatile triple-48MP camera system provides up to 8x optical-quality zoom
- Industry-leading video tools include 4K 120fps, ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2 and genlock
- Excellent battery endurance with up to 39 hours of local video playback
- Durable IP68 aluminium construction with Ceramic Shield 2 protection
- Storage configurations extend up to an unusually large 2TB
Critical Limitations
- Very expensive, especially in the 1TB and 2TB configurations
- Large 233g body can be uncomfortable for prolonged one-handed use
- Wired charging remains slower than many premium Android competitors
- Power adapter, microSD expansion and 3.5mm headphone port are not included
- Physical SIM availability depends on the regional model; cheaper Kenyan listings may be eSIM-only
Recommended For
- Professional creators who need ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, genlock and reliable 4K video recording
- Power users seeking Apple's fastest sustained mobile performance and longest iPhone battery life
- Photographers who want versatile main, ultra-wide, macro and long-range telephoto coverage
- Apple ecosystem users who value continuity with Mac, iPad, Apple Watch and AirPods
- Buyers needing exceptionally large internal storage capacities of up to 2TB
Not Recommended For
- Budget-conscious buyers who do not need professional camera and video capabilities
- Users who prefer compact or lightweight smartphones
- Buyers who need microSD expansion, a headphone jack or fingerprint authentication
- Users prioritizing extremely fast wired charging
- Kenyan buyers who require a physical SIM without first checking the phone's regional configuration
