iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max: Launch Date, Price, Features and All Details

Apple has officially unveiled the much-awaited iPhone 17 series at its annual September event on 9 September 2025. The lineup includes the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Out of these, the iPhone 17 Pro has quickly become the star of the show, thanks to its powerful hardware, refreshed design, and a camera system built for professionals and creators.

Let's take a closer look at everything you need to know,  from date and pricing in India and globally, to its full list of features.

Launch Date

• Official launch: September 9, 2025

• Pre-orders open: September 12, 2025

• Available in stores: September 19, 2025

Global & India Pricing

Apple has slightly increased pricing compared to the iPhone 16 series, reflecting the new upgrades and higher storage baseline.

• Global Pricing

• iPhone 17 Pro: starting $1,099 - $1,199

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: starting $1,299
  
  

• India Pricing

• iPhone 17 Pro: starting around Rs. 1,24,900 - Rs. 1,30,000

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: starting around Rs. 1,64,900

• Pre-orders in India begin on 12 September 2025, with deliveries expected from 19 September 2025.

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max: Key Features

1. Design & Build

• New aluminum-glass frame instead of titanium.

• Redesigned horizontal rectangular camera island.

• Slimmer bezels for a more immersive look.

• New finishes including Blue and Orange, alongside standard Black and Silver.

2. Display

• iPhone 17 Pro: 6.3-inch LTPO OLED, Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dolby Vision.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: 6.9-inch LTPO OLED, Super Retina XDR, 120 Hz ProMotion, Dolby Vision.

• Both offer always-on display and peak brightness over 2000 nits for outdoor use.

3. Performance

• Powered by the new A19 Pro chip (3 nm process).

• Both models expected with 12 GB RAM for faster multitasking.

• Advanced vapor chamber cooling for gaming and heavy workloads.

4. Cameras

• Rear Camera Setup:
  
  

• Triple 48 MP system (Wide + Ultra-wide + Telephoto).

• Telephoto zoom: 5x on Pro, up to 8x on Pro Max.

• Improved Night Mode, Smart HDR, and 8K video recording.
  
  

• Front Camera:
  
  

• 24 MP sensor with better low-light selfies and 4K cinematic video.

5. Battery & Charging

• iPhone 17 Pro: 4500 mAh battery.

• iPhone 17 Pro Max: 5000 mAh battery.

• Reverse wireless charging support.

• Faster Qi2 wireless charging (up to 50W expected).

6. Software (iOS 26)

• Fresh Liquid Glass UI with sleek visuals.

• Enhanced Dynamic Island with more widget support.

• Apple Intelligence AI features: smarter Siri, on-device translation, and productivity tools.

• Extended support for AR/VR integration with Vision Pro.

iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Quick Comparison

While both the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max share the same A19 Pro chip, 12 GB RAM, and iOS 26 software, the real differences come down to size, battery, and camera zoom. The Pro Max is designed for those who want the largest display, longest battery life, and better telephoto zoom, while the Pro offers a more compact form factor without compromising on performance.

Why Users Are Excited

• Brand-new design with horizontal camera layout.

• Biggest iPhone screen yet on the Pro Max (6.9").

• Powerful cameras capable of professional-grade photography and 8K videos.

• Stronger battery life with reverse charging.

• AI-driven iOS 26 bringing a futuristic experience.

Final Thoughts

The iPhone 17 Pro is ideal for those who want a compact yet powerful flagship, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max is built for users who want the ultimate Apple experience, a bigger display, a stronger battery, and better zoom camera.

Both models are set to dominate the premium smartphone market in 2025, making them the most-awaited Apple devices in years.