iPhone 17 Pro Review: Apple’s Most Advanced Flagship Yet
Published: August 2025
Highlights
- 6.3" ProMotion OLED, 1-120Hz refresh rate
- A19 Bionic chip – blazing fast performance
- Triple 48MP Pro cameras + new Ultra Zoom
- All-day battery with 30W fast charging
- Starting at $1,199 (128GB)
Pricing
The iPhone 17 Pro starts at $1,199 in the US for the 128GB model. Higher variants: 256GB ($1,299), 512GB ($1,499), 1TB ($1,699).
Key Specifications
| Display | 6.3" ProMotion OLED, 1-120Hz, 2000 nits |
| Processor | Apple A19 Bionic (3nm) |
| Camera | 48MP Main + 48MP Ultra-Wide + 48MP 5x Zoom |
| Battery | 4,100mAh, 30W wired, 25W MagSafe |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| OS | iOS 19 |
Performance
The A19 Bionic chip delivers incredible speed, scoring 2.1M+ on AnTuTu and outpacing Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 rivals. Gaming at 120Hz runs flawlessly.
Camera
The iPhone 17 Pro introduces a new 48MP 5x Telephoto Zoom. Photos deliver outstanding detail, vibrant HDR, and industry-leading video recording in 8K.
Battery
The 4,100mAh cell provides 1.5 days of real-world use. It charges to 50% in 25 minutes with the new 30W adapter.
iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro
| Feature | iPhone 16 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A18 Bionic | A19 Bionic |
| Camera Zoom | 3x Telephoto | 5x Telephoto |
| Battery | 3,800mAh | 4,100mAh |
| Charging | 27W | 30W |
| Base Price | $1,099 | $1,199 |
Pros & Cons
- Blazing A19 Bionic chip
- Stunning OLED display
- Excellent 5x zoom camera
- Longer battery life
- Still very expensive
- No charger included
- Limited design changes
Verdict
The iPhone 17 Pro refines Apple’s formula with next-level performance, cameras, and endurance. While it’s pricey, it remains the most polished flagship in 2025.