iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Five major upgrades to expect at Apple's 'Awe Dropping' event

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Apple is preparing for its much-anticipated “Awe Dropping” event on September 9, and most tech fans are focused on the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the successor to last year’s iPhone 16 Pro Max.

With a refreshed design, internal upgrades, and a bigger battery, the new flagship model is expected to bring several noticeable changes, as per a report. Here are five key differences between the iPhone 17 Pro Max and its predecessor, as per a BizzBuzz report:

1. Redesigned exterior with new color option

Apple is reportedly changing the look of its Pro Max line. The iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to feature a horizontal camera layout instead of the square bump seen on the iPhone 16 Pro Max, as per the BizzBuzz report. The device could also come with a glass-aluminium frame, moving away from the titanium finish of last year’s model, as per the report. A bold new orange color option may also be introduced, offering something more vibrant than the usual muted tones, as per the BizzBuzz report.


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2. Faster A19 Pro chip with more RAM

Under the hood, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is set to be powered by the A19 Pro chip, built on a 3nm process, as per the BizzBuzz report. This chip promises improved energy efficiency and performance. The model is also expected to include 12GB of RAM, up from 8GB in the iPhone 16 Pro Max, as per the report. These enhancements aim to deliver smoother multitasking, better gaming, and more efficient battery management, as per BizzBuzz.

3. Triple 48MP rear camera system

For photography enthusiasts, the iPhone 17 Pro Max could bring a significant camera upgrade, as per BizzBuzz. While the iPhone 16 Pro Max included a 48MP main sensor along with 12MP telephoto and ultra-wide lenses, the new model is expected to include a triple 48MP setup across all rear lenses, as per the BizzBuzz report. This change may lead to sharper zoom, improved low-light photos, and more consistent image quality from every lens, according to the report.

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4. Upgraded 24MP selfie camera

The front camera may also see a major change. Apple is expected to double the resolution from 12MP on the iPhone 16 Pro Max to 24MP on the iPhone 17 Pro Max, as per the BizzBuzz report. This upgrade is aimed at offering sharper selfies, support for 2x digital crop without loss of quality, and better performance during video calls or in low-light environments, as reported by BizzBuzz.

5. Bigger battery capacity

Battery life is another area where Apple is expected to make noticeable improvements, as per the report. The iPhone 17 Pro Max could feature a 5000mAh battery, up from 4676mAh in the iPhone 16 Pro Max, as per the BizzBuzz report. The slightly thicker design (8.75mm compared to 8.25mm) would help accommodate this change, potentially offering longer usage for gamers, streamers, and heavy users, as per the report.

FAQs

When will Apple launch the iPhone 17 Pro Max?
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 Pro Max during its “Awe Dropping” event on September 9.

Will the iPhone 17 Pro Max be faster than the 16 Pro Max?
Yes. It’s expected to run on the new A19 Pro chip with 12GB RAM, which is expected to be smoother at multitasking and better overall performance, as per the BizzBuzz report.