Apple’s iPhone 17 series will bring the most significant upgrade in years, from a smoothed-out design, a slimmer design, improved cameras, and more powerful models, and even a new ‘iPhone Air’ will mark another important shift in Apple’s smartphone direction.
iPhone 17 Series – Complete Specifications & Features
Category
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Air (Rumored)
Design
Thinner aluminum frame
Redesigned stainless steel
Same as Pro
Ultra-thin (thinner than USB-C)
Display
6.1″ OLED, 120Hz (New!)
6.1″ LTPO OLED, 120Hz
6.7″ LTPO OLED, 120Hz
6.1″ OLED, 60Hz (expected)
Processor
A18 Bionic
A19 Pro (3nm+)
A19 Pro (3nm+)
A18 Bionic
RAM
8GB
12GB
12GB
8GB
Storage
128GB/256GB/512GB
256GB/512GB/1TB
256GB/512GB/1TB
128GB/256GB
Rear Cameras
Dual 48MP (Main + Ultra-wide)
Triple 48MP (Main + UW + 3.5x Tele)
Same as Pro
Single 48MP (Main)
Front Camera
24MP (Upgrade)
24MP (Upgrade)
24MP (Upgrade)
12MP
Video Recording
4K @ 60fps
8K @ 30fps (New!)
8K @ 30fps (New!)
4K @ 60fps
Battery
~3,500mAh
3,750 mAh(+5%)
4,750 mAh(+5%)
~3,000mAh (est.)
Charging
35W Fast Charging (New!)
35W Fast Charging (New!)
35W Fast Charging (New!)
20W
Cooling
Standard
Vapor Chamber (New!)
Vapor Chamber (New!)
Standard
Dynamic Island
Smaller design
Smaller design
Smaller design
Not confirmed
Price (Starting)
$799 (~₹79,990)
$999 (~₹1,09,900)
$1,199 (~₹1,45,000)
$899 (~₹85,000 est.)
Release Date
September 2025
September 2025
September 2025
iPhone 17 Series: Entirely new design
Thinner than ever
The iPhone 17 series will be the thinnest iPhone ever, with a new frame design.
Apple may give up titanium (as seen in the iPhone 15 Pro) for a lighter frame in either aluminum or stainless steel.
The camera module layout will be changing—the flash and LiDAR sensor will be moved.
No More Titanium?
Apple introduced titanium with the iPhone 15 Pro to offer more durability—however, the company may compromise durability and sustainability (carbon neutrality issues) and ditch titanium in favor of aluminum or stainless steel.
The iPhone could be back to stainless steel or aluminum, making it a lighter and cheaper option to produce.
Dynamic Island Shrinks Dynamic Island is going to shrink down, giving more screen real estate. The UI will have more rounded corners like the Vision Pro UI.
Display Upgrades: 120 Hz for Non-Pro Models! ProMotion on Standard iPhone
For the first time, the iPhone 17 non-Pro model comes with a 120Hz ProMotion display.
This means smoother scrolling and animations that in the past were limited to the Pro models only.
Brighter & More Efficient OLED
Apple may introduce an “HD Display” technology to provide improved brightness and power efficiency.
Always-On Display (AOD) could see some new customization.
Performance: A19 Pro Chip & 12GB RAM
A19 Pro Chip—Faster & More Efficient The iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max will have the A19 Pro chip, which is being built on a 3nm+ process and will have greater performance, as well as battery life than the previous A18 Pro chip.
We can expect the CPUs and GPU to be 15-20% faster compared to the A18 Pro parts. 12GB RAM (Finally!) The Pro models might get bumped to 12GB of RAM, up from 8GB, which is going to better support AI “work,” as well as multitasking.
The standard iPhone 17 might stay at 8GB RAM. Vapor Cooling Chamber (First in iPhone) Apple has also addressed battery heating complaints and is expected to add some form of vapor cooling chamber as found in most Android devices. This will help when we spend hours gaming or recording 8K video for longer than normal.
Camera Improvements: All Cameras Will Have 48MP Sensors & 8K Video It seems our worst fears have come true about camera upgrades.
Triple 48MP Cameras (Pro models) The iPhone 17 Pro will upgrade their telephoto lens to 48MP from 12MP.
The ultra-wide camera will remain 48MP from the two The main camera remains 48MP with better low light capabilities. 3.5X Telephoto (instead of 5X) Apple is likely to give up additional zoom 5X, improving the image quality instead.
This probably means larger pixels and more detail in zoomed shots! 24MP Front Camera (1st upgrade in 6 years) The selfie camera will go from 12MP to 24MP and will be useful for FaceTime & social media.
8K Video Recording The iPhone 17 Pro will record in 8K video for the first time. Expect better stabilization and HDR options for professional quality with videos you shoot.
Battery & Charging: Larger Capacity & Faster Speeds Larger Batteries Across the Board
iPhone 17 Pro Max: 4,750mAh (up from 4,685mAh) iPhone 17 Pro: 3,750mAh (up from 3,582mAh) iPhone 17: ~3,500mAh (on par with iPhone 16) 35W Fast Charging: (Finally!)
It appears that Apple will finally upgrade to 35W (up from 20W). Certainly slower than competing Android flagship smartphones but still a 70% improvement over previous iPhones.
Apple is developing an iPhone Air, an ultra-thin alternative. Expected to be thinner than a USB-C cable. It may only have a single rear camera. It may be lighter than the iPhone SE and will probably target users who like a smaller phone. Will It Replace the Plus? The iPhone 17 Plus may go away, and the iPhone Air may take its place.
Pricing may start around $899 (₹75,000-₹90,000 in India)
Expected Pricing & Release Date
iPhone 17 Series Price (Rumored) Model Starting Price (USD) Starting Price $799 iPhone 17 (INR) 79,990 iPhone 17 Pro $999 (INR) 1,09,900 iPhone 17 Pro Max $1,199 (INR) 1,45,000 iPhone Air (if launched) $899 (INR) 85,000-90,000 Launch Date Expected September 2025 (with iOS 19).
Final Thoughts: Is the iPhone 17 Worth the Wait?
The iPhone 17 series could be Apple’s biggest upgrade in years, with: ✅ Thinner, lighter design (possibly no more titanium) ✅ 120Hz display for non-Pro models (finally!) ✅ A19 Pro chip with 12GB RAM (better AI & performance) ✅ All 48MP cameras + 8K video (Pro models) ✅ Bigger battery & faster 35W charging ✅ iPhone Air—The thinnest iPhone ever
If Apple delivers on these upgrades, the iPhone 17 could be a major hit, especially for users waiting for ProMotion on non-Pro iPhones and better thermals.
What do you think? Will you upgrade to the iPhone 17? Let us know in the comments!
