From Display to Weight: A Detailed Look at the New iPhone 17 Series

The iPhone 17 series brings a host of upgrades and new options to Apple's smartphone lineup. From the powerful Pro models to the innovative iPhone Air, here is a detailed look at the specifications that define the new generation of iPhones.

Storage and Pricing

Apple has doubled the base storage on the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air, making 256GB the new standard.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: Starts at $1199 for 256GB, with options for 512GB ($1399), 1TB ($1599), and a new 2TB option for $1999.

• iPhone Air: Starts at $999 for 256GB, with 512GB ($1199) and 1TB ($1399) options.

• iPhone 17: Starts at $799 for 256GB, with a 512GB option for $999.

Display: Super Retina XDR with ProMotion

All three new models feature a stunning Super Retina XDR display with key technologies for a premium viewing experience.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: 6.9-inch display with a resolution of 2868-by-1320 pixels at 460 ppi.

• iPhone Air: 6.5-inch display with a resolution of 2736-by-1260 pixels at 460 ppi.

• iPhone 17: 6.3-inch display with a resolution of 2622-by-1206 pixels at 460 ppi.

All models include:

• Dynamic Island: A fluid, interactive area that replaces the notch.

• ProMotion technology: Adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz for incredibly smooth scrolling and animations.

• Always-On display: Keeps key information visible without needing to tap the screen.

• Brightness: Up to 1000 nits typical, 1600 nits peak (HDR), and an impressive 3000 nits peak brightness for outdoor use.

Size and Weight

The new iPhones come in distinct sizes, with the new iPhone Air being remarkably thin and light.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max:

  • Height: 6.43 inches (163.4 mm)

  • Width: 3.07 inches (78.0 mm)

  • Depth: 0.34 inch (8.75 mm)

  • Weight: 8.22 ounces (233 grams)

• iPhone Air:

  • Height: 6.15 inches (156.2 mm)

  • Width: 2.94 inches (74.7 mm)

  • Depth: 0.22 inch (5.64 mm)

  • Weight: 5.82 ounces (165 grams)

• iPhone 17:

  • Height: 5.89 inches (149.6 mm)

  • Width: 2.81 inches (71.5 mm)

  • Depth: 0.31 inch (7.95 mm)

  • Weight: 6.24 ounces (177 grams)

Durability and Security

All models are built for a high level of durability and protection.

• Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant: All new iPhones are rated IP68, allowing them to withstand a maximum depth of 6 meters for up to 30 minutes.

• Apple Intelligence: This new AI system is deeply integrated into iOS 26. It is designed with groundbreaking privacy protections, with many requests processed on-device. More complex tasks are handled by "Private Cloud Compute," which uses Apple silicon servers and is designed so data is not stored or made accessible to Apple.

Performance: A19 Chip Series

The latest iPhones are powered by the new A19 and A19 Pro chips, built on a 3nm process for incredible performance and efficiency.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: A19 Pro chip with a 6-core CPU and a 6-core GPU with Neural Accelerators.

• iPhone Air: A19 Pro chip with a 6-core CPU and a 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators.

• iPhone 17: A19 chip with a 6-core CPU and a 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators.

All chips include a 16-core Neural Engine for advanced machine learning tasks and hardware-accelerated ray tracing for realistic gaming graphics.