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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone Duo

Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026
Apple

iPhone 17 Pro Max

More screen. Up to 37 hours of video.

256 GB · Deep Blue · UK A3526 · nano-SIM + eSIMFull product profile
iPhone 17 Pro Max in Deep Blue, front and rearDeep Blue
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE

Weight
iPhone 17 Pro Max: 231 g vs iPhone Duo: 254 g
iPhone 17 Pro Max first, iPhone Duo second. Different is not better: see every verified difference below.
See the 5 verified differences
Apple

iPhone Duo

UK MK2K4QN/A · Star White · 2TB · A3720Full product profile
iPhone Duo, folded back exterior, star white colour, Dual Fusion camera system at top left, Apple logo in centre. Unfolded interior display, all-screen design, rounded cornersStar White
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Listed configurations: iPhone 17 Pro Max 256 GB, iPhone Duo 2000 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models. Compare both at 256 GB.

THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

Visual facts

Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.

How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
  • Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
  • “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
  • Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06

Chipset

A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.

iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 6 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone DuoA20 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators Dual 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Explore the full specifications
DATA INCOMPLETE

Find your screen size.

Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.

iPhone 17 Pro Max
6.9″
iPhone Duo
Not verified

Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size

DATA INCOMPLETE

Camera details matter.

Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.

iPhone 17 Pro Max
4×
iPhone Duo
Not verified

Lens illustration · not an image-quality test

DATA INCOMPLETE

Playback on paper.

Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.

iPhone 17 Pro Max
Up to 37h
iPhone Duo
Not verified

Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

5 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 2 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 6 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone DuoA20 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators Dual 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources

Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.

Camera system

iPhone 17 Pro Max48 MP main with fixed f/1.78 aperture; 48 MP ultrawide; 48 MP 4× telephoto; 8× optical-quality crop mode
iPhone Duo48MP Dual Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) 2x optical-quality zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical-quality zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x Smart Take Duo Preview Photographic Styles 3 Smart focus tracking Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) 48MP macro photography Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction (Fusion Ultra Wide) Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Front camera

iPhone 17 Pro Max18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
iPhone DuoOuter 12MP Center Stage camera ƒ/2.2 aperture Retina Flash Smart Take Kid Cue Photographic Styles 3 Improved low-light video at 1080p Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps Cinematic mode effects from video (Fusion Main) Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation up to 4K Dolby Vision Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K at 60 fps in Dolby Vision Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix Inner Under-display FaceTime camera Centre Stage for video calls ƒ/1.8 aperture Tap to zoom and rotate Ultra-stabilised video 1080p video recording at 30 or 60 fps Animoji and Memoji in FaceTime Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation QuickTake video at 1080p at 30 fps and 60 fps Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources

Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.

Configuration & compatibility details (3)

Storage capacity

iPhone 17 Pro Max256 GB
iPhone Duo2000 GB
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Selected 256 GB UK A3526 configuration. The model-specific support page and model index list 256 GB among the available capacities. This states storage, not RAM or retailer stock.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportIdentify your iPhone model — regional model numbers

A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.

Compared regional model

iPhone 17 Pro MaxUK A3526 · nano-SIM + eSIM
iPhone DuoUK A3720; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Duo uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3720 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 106) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C2 cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The comparison retains the UK configuration when the retailer market changes. A model specification does not establish stock or support from a particular network.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportIdentify your iPhone model — regional model numbers
iPhone Duo

* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

These descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.

Wireless connectivity

iPhone 17 Pro MaxWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFC
iPhone DuoModel A3720 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 106) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C2 cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

UWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. The exact UK source explicitly lists these capabilities. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband remain subject to regional availability; compatible equipment, provider and service conditions apply. This is not measured throughput or a new-generation-only advantage.

iPhone 17 Pro Max UK technical specifications — wireless connectivity
iPhone Duo

* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (61)

Main-camera aperture control

iPhone 17 Pro MaxFixed f/1.78
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Main camera only; the telephoto and ultrawide have different apertures.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 17 Pro Max120 fps
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

100/120 fps use the Fusion Main camera; this is distinct from Cinematic mode and does not establish recording quality.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Front 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 17 Pro Max60 fps
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Center Stage front camera. Rear Fusion Main and front Cinematic mode have separate limits.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision

iPhone 17 Pro Max30 fps
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Rear-camera Cinematic mode. Ordinary 4K and front-camera recording are separate modes.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed video playback

iPhone 17 Pro Max37 hours
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Manufacturer up-to local-video claim, not independently measured mixed-use endurance. Apple's playback method differs from Samsung's.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportiPhone - Battery Test Information
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time to 50% wired charge

iPhone 17 Pro Max20 minutes
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple claim with a separately sold 40W-capable adapter or higher; not a sustained charging rate.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Built-in pro camera controls

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked specification lists Camera Control exposure, depth, zoom, cameras, styles and tone; it does not establish the full aperture/shutter/white-balance/histogram workflow listed for iPhone 18 Pro.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum digital zoom in video

iPhone 17 Pro Max15×
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer display specification

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoInner display Super Retina XDR display 7.6-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED folding display 1878x2670-pixel resolution at 430 ppi Nano-texture finish Wide-angle OLEDs; Outer display Super Retina XDR display 5.4-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 1398x2034-pixel resolution at 460 ppi; Both displays Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously Supports Apple Pencil (USB-C) The iPhone Duo displays have rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screens are 7.58 and 5.36 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

Coming later this year.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum refresh rate

iPhone 17 Pro Max120 Hz
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Maximum adaptive ProMotion refresh rate; not a constant rate or measured motion-quality result.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Physical RAM capacity

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Expandable storage

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No built-in memory-card slot is listed. External USB-C storage for supported recording workflows is a separate capability.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer update-policy information

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer operating system

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoiOS 27
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Apple Intelligence

iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Checked 13 September 2026: Apple lists iOS 27 for release on 14 September. Siri AI starts in English beta on supported devices, with regional restrictions and daily limits for some server features. It is not an iPhone 18-exclusive capability or a promise of every feature in every language.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportiOS 27 — compatibility, release and Apple Intelligence requirements
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Audio Mix

iPhone 17 Pro MaxAudio Mix
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Named in the rear and front recording specifications. The checked material does not establish the newer music-isolation feature or a measured audio-quality result.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer battery and charging claims

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoTypical use Up to 24 hours Video playback Up to 44 hours when using the outer display Up to 31 hours when using the inner display Video playback (streamed) Up to 37 hours when using the outer display Up to 26 hours when using the inner display Dual built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in around 20 minutes with 60W-capable adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with 35W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

Testing conducted by Apple in August 2026 using pre-production iPhone Duo units and software, subscribed to LTE and 5G networks, using a representative usage profile. Profile is based on the median usage values across iPhone users and reflects a combination of passive and active use of a variety of applications, including but not limited to messaging, photos, music, social media, video streaming, games, web browsing and navigation. iPhone Duo typical use based on equal usage between inner and outer displays. Battery life varies by use, configuration, mobile network, signal strength and other factors; actual results may vary based on usage. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2026 using pre‑production iPhone Duo units and software, subscribed to LTE and 5G networks. Video playback consisted of a repeated 2‑hour 23‑minute HDR movie purchased from the iTunes Store. Video playback (streamed) consisted of a repeated 3‑hour 1‑minute HDR movie purchased from the iTunes Store. All settings were default except: Bluetooth was paired with headphones; Wi‑Fi was associated with a network; the Wi‑Fi feature Ask to Join Networks, Auto‑Brightness and True Tone were turned off. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2026 using pre‑production iPhone Duo units and software, and either USB‑C Charge Cable or Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503), both with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Wired fast charge supported with 60W-capable (or higher) USB‑C cable and USB PD power adapters. Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone Duo units in open configuration. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with adapter, settings, usage and environmental factors; actual results will vary.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Biometrics

iPhone 17 Pro MaxFace ID via TrueDepth in the Center Stage front camera
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cellular modem model

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked specification does not identify the cellular modem. The Apple N1 wireless networking chip is a separate component.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Chip manufacturing process

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked A19 Pro specification and launch article do not state the process node. A specification for another A19 variant is not substituted.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Add Cinematic effects after ordinary video capture

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked specification lists Cinematic recording but does not establish the newer ordinary-video conversion feature. Editing footage already recorded in Cinematic mode is a separate capability.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Body and cover materials

iPhone 17 Pro MaxAluminium unibody · Ceramic Shield 2 front · Ceramic Shield back
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Materials and coating names do not establish comparative drop or scratch resistance.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dual Capture 4K Dolby Vision maximum

iPhone 17 Pro Max30 fps
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Simultaneous front and rear capture. This is separate from ordinary single-camera 4K recording.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dynamic Island

iPhone 17 Pro MaxDynamic Island
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked specification names Dynamic Island without a maximum count of simultaneous activities. No absence of an activity feature is inferred.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

eSIM only

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The UK specification lists nano-SIM plus eSIM and dual-eSIM support.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer physical format

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone Duofoldable
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

GPU capabilities

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNeural Accelerators in the 6-core GPU · hardware-accelerated ray tracing
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Published capabilities, not independent performance measurements.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Headphone jack

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Derived from Apple's exhaustive connector specification, which lists USB-C and no 3.5mm connector.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ingress protection

iPhone 17 Pro MaxIP68
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's controlled-lab claim is up to 6m for 30 minutes under IEC 60529; resistance is not permanent.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

MagSafe support

iPhone 17 Pro MaxYes
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

MagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Native telephoto reach

iPhone 17 Pro Max4×
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Optical-quality zoom

iPhone 17 Pro Max8×
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's sensor-derived optical-quality mode is not a separate native 8x lens.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published peak brightness

iPhone 17 Pro Max3000 nits
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple-published outdoor peak, not an independent measurement; HDR peak is 1,600 nits and typical maximum is 1,000 nits.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Photographic Styles

iPhone 17 Pro MaxLatest-generation Photographic Styles
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's specification does not identify the Styles 3 feature set listed for iPhone 18 Pro. No exclusive software feature is inferred.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Pixel density

iPhone 17 Pro Max460 ppi
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple publishes 460 ppi directly for this model; no rounded-diagonal calculation is substituted.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Defined pro capture workflows

iPhone 17 Pro Max4
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Four defined classes: RAW stills (ProRAW), professional video codecs (ProRes/ProRes RAW), log capture (Apple Log 2), and external timing (Genlock). Compatible apps and third-party hardware/software may be required. This calculated inventory is not a camera-quality result.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

ProRes 4K maximum with external recording

iPhone 17 Pro Max120 fps
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Requires external recording; not a claim that every lens or the front camera supports this rate.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Qi2 wireless charging maximum

iPhone 17 Pro Max25 W
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The exact UK specification separately lists Qi2 wireless charging up to 25 W. This is a protocol-specific published maximum with compatible equipment, not a measured or sustained charging rate.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rear camera modules

iPhone 17 Pro Max3
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's model-identification page explicitly lists three rear cameras: Fusion Main, Fusion Ultra Wide and Fusion Telephoto. The 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra modules.

Identify your iPhone model — regional model numbers
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Display diagonal before rounded corners

iPhone 17 Pro MaxConflicting evidence
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple UK support and model identification state 6.86 inches; the UK launch article states 6.85 inches. The nominal 6.9-inch size remains separate. This unresolved difference is excluded from numeric comparisons.

Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro MaxiPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportIdentify your iPhone model — regional model numbers
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Camera Reference Image

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

This named feature is not established by the checked iPhone 17 Pro recording specification. Its absence from that page is not proof that all reference-image workflows are impossible.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Reverse wireless charging

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Screen size

iPhone 17 Pro Max6.9 in
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Nominal diagonal. Apple UK sources disagree on the standard-rectangle measurement (6.86 versus 6.85 inches); actual viewable area is smaller. See the separate rectangular-diagonal evidence.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer-listed sensors

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoTouch ID fingerprint sensor Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Four ambient light sensors
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Smart focus tracking

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Not named in the checked iPhone 17 Pro specification. This does not establish that all subject tracking is absent.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed streamed video

iPhone 17 Pro Max33 hours
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple UK claim; not a mixed-use endurance measurement.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Thermal design

iPhone 17 Pro MaxVapour chamber laser-welded into an aluminium unibody
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's published construction. The cited sustained-performance claim is not an independent measurement and does not establish superiority over another cooling design.

Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Time-lapse video

iPhone 17 Pro MaxTime-lapse video with stabilisation
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked recording list does not state a time-lapse resolution. Ordinary 4K recording does not prove 4K time-lapse.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Claimed typical-use battery life

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

The checked UK specification publishes local and streamed video playback, not a comparable mixed-use hours claim.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Promised update duration

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

US model distinction

iPhone 17 Pro MaxUS A3257 · eSIM only
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

A different regional model. US weight and battery claims are not substituted into the UK comparison; domestic US listing availability remains a retailer check.

Identify your iPhone model — regional model numbers
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

8K recording

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Not verified for this exact model.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless charging

iPhone 17 Pro MaxYes
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple lists MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

Not verified for this exact model.

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Wireless networking chip

iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple N1
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Networking chip identity; not the cellular modem or a measured throughput result.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Published wireless charging maximum

iPhone 17 Pro Max25 W
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

MagSafe and Qi2 maximum with compatible charging equipment. Apple's MagSafe test requires a 30W adapter or higher; this is not measured charging speed.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Manufacturer dimensions by physical state

iPhone 17 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone DuoOpen: Width: 164.6 mm; Height: 117.8 mm; Depth: 5.2 mm | Closed: Width: 84.1 mm; Height: 117.8 mm; Depth: 11.3 mm
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

No source recorded for this side.

iPhone Duo

Open and closed dimensions are separate source states.

Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specifications

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Height

iPhone 17 Pro Max163.4 mm
iPhone DuoNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro Max

Manufacturer dimensions; not a preference or quality score.

iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK support
iPhone Duo

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

0 shared fields have the same recorded value.

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Full specifications

All specs70 specificationsiPhone 17 Pro MaxiPhone Duo
231g
Exact UK specification. Weight can differ by configuration; no relative US weight is inferred here.
254g
Manufacturer device mass
Width
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
78mm
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Thickness
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
8.75mm
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Thermal design
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Vapour chamber laser-welded into an aluminium unibodyApple's published construction. The cited sustained-performance claim is not an independent measurement and does not establish superiority over another cooling design.
Not verified
Height
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
163.4 mmManufacturer dimensions; not a preference or quality score.
Not verified
Manufacturer dimensions by physical state
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Open: Width: 164.6 mm; Height: 117.8 mm; Depth: 5.2 mm | Closed: Width: 84.1 mm; Height: 117.8 mm; Depth: 11.3 mmOpen and closed dimensions are separate source states.
Manufacturer finish
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Star White
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
foldable
Screen size
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
6.9″Nominal diagonal. Apple UK sources disagree on the standard-rectangle measurement (6.86 versus 6.85 inches); actual viewable area is smaller. See the separate rectangular-diagonal evidence.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
3000 nitsApple-published outdoor peak, not an independent measurement; HDR peak is 1,600 nits and typical maximum is 1,000 nits.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
460 ppiApple publishes 460 ppi directly for this model; no rounded-diagonal calculation is substituted.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
120HzMaximum adaptive ProMotion refresh rate; not a constant rate or measured motion-quality result.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Dynamic Island
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Dynamic IslandThe checked specification names Dynamic Island without a maximum count of simultaneous activities. No absence of an activity feature is inferred.
Not verified
Manufacturer display specification
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Inner display Super Retina XDR display 7.6-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED folding display 1878x2670-pixel resolution at 430 ppi Nano-texture finish Wide-angle OLEDs; Outer display Super Retina XDR display 5.4-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 1398x2034-pixel resolution at 460 ppi; Both displays Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously Supports Apple Pencil (USB-C) The iPhone Duo displays have rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screens are 7.58 and 5.36 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).Coming later this year.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
4×
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
3Apple's model-identification page explicitly lists three rear cameras: Fusion Main, Fusion Ultra Wide and Fusion Telephoto. The 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra modules.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
48 MP main with fixed f/1.78 aperture; 48 MP ultrawide; 48 MP 4× telephoto; 8× optical-quality crop mode
48MP Dual Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) 2x optical-quality zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical-quality zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x Smart Take Duo Preview Photographic Styles 3 Smart focus tracking Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) 48MP macro photography Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction (Fusion Ultra Wide) Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
Outer 12MP Center Stage camera ƒ/2.2 aperture Retina Flash Smart Take Kid Cue Photographic Styles 3 Improved low-light video at 1080p Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps Cinematic mode effects from video (Fusion Main) Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation up to 4K Dolby Vision Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K at 60 fps in Dolby Vision Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix Inner Under-display FaceTime camera Centre Stage for video calls ƒ/1.8 aperture Tap to zoom and rotate Ultra-stabilised video 1080p video recording at 30 or 60 fps Animoji and Memoji in FaceTime Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation QuickTake video at 1080p at 30 fps and 60 fps Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Fixed f/1.78Main camera only; the telephoto and ultrawide have different apertures.
Not verified
Rear 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
120 fps100/120 fps use the Fusion Main camera; this is distinct from Cinematic mode and does not establish recording quality.
Not verified
ProRes 4K maximum with external recording
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
120 fpsRequires external recording; not a claim that every lens or the front camera supports this rate.
Not verified
Dual Capture 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
30 fpsSimultaneous front and rear capture. This is separate from ordinary single-camera 4K recording.
Not verified
Front 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
60 fpsCenter Stage front camera. Rear Fusion Main and front Cinematic mode have separate limits.
Not verified
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
30 fpsRear-camera Cinematic mode. Ordinary 4K and front-camera recording are separate modes.
Not verified
Maximum digital zoom in video
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
15×Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Not verified
Photographic Styles
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Latest-generation Photographic StylesApple's specification does not identify the Styles 3 feature set listed for iPhone 18 Pro. No exclusive software feature is inferred.
Not verified
Time-lapse video
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Time-lapse video with stabilisationThe checked recording list does not state a time-lapse resolution. Ordinary 4K recording does not prove 4K time-lapse.
Not verified
Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Audio MixNamed in the rear and front recording specifications. The checked material does not establish the newer music-isolation feature or a measured audio-quality result.
Not verified
Defined pro capture workflows
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
4Four defined classes: RAW stills (ProRAW), professional video codecs (ProRes/ProRes RAW), log capture (Apple Log 2), and external timing (Genlock). Compatible apps and third-party hardware/software may be required. This calculated inventory is not a camera-quality result.
Not verified
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
8×Apple's sensor-derived optical-quality mode is not a separate native 8x lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
37 hoursManufacturer up-to local-video claim, not independently measured mixed-use endurance. Apple's playback method differs from Samsung's.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
YesApple lists MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
20 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 40W-capable adapter or higher; not a sustained charging rate.
Not verified
Claimed streamed video
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
33 hoursApple UK claim; not a mixed-use endurance measurement.
Not verified
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
25 WMagSafe and Qi2 maximum with compatible charging equipment. Apple's MagSafe test requires a 30W adapter or higher; this is not measured charging speed.
Not verified
MagSafe support
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
YesMagSafe charging, magnet array and alignment magnet are expressly listed. Generic Qi charging on another product does not by itself prove MagSafe support there.
Not verified
Qi2 wireless charging maximum
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
25 WThe exact UK specification separately lists Qi2 wireless charging up to 25 W. This is a protocol-specific published maximum with compatible equipment, not a measured or sustained charging rate.
Not verified
Manufacturer battery and charging claims
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Typical use Up to 24 hours Video playback Up to 44 hours when using the outer display Up to 31 hours when using the inner display Video playback (streamed) Up to 37 hours when using the outer display Up to 26 hours when using the inner display Dual built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in around 20 minutes with 60W-capable adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with 35W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)Testing conducted by Apple in August 2026 using pre-production iPhone Duo units and software, subscribed to LTE and 5G networks, using a representative usage profile. Profile is based on the median usage values across iPhone users and reflects a combination of passive and active use of a variety of applications, including but not limited to messaging, photos, music, social media, video streaming, games, web browsing and navigation. iPhone Duo typical use based on equal usage between inner and outer displays. Battery life varies by use, configuration, mobile network, signal strength and other factors; actual results may vary based on usage. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2026 using pre‑production iPhone Duo units and software, subscribed to LTE and 5G networks. Video playback consisted of a repeated 2‑hour 23‑minute HDR movie purchased from the iTunes Store. Video playback (streamed) consisted of a repeated 3‑hour 1‑minute HDR movie purchased from the iTunes Store. All settings were default except: Bluetooth was paired with headphones; Wi‑Fi was associated with a network; the Wi‑Fi feature Ask to Join Networks, Auto‑Brightness and True Tone were turned off. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2026 using pre‑production iPhone Duo units and software, and either USB‑C Charge Cable or Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503), both with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Wired fast charge supported with 60W-capable (or higher) USB‑C cable and USB PD power adapters. Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone Duo units in open configuration. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with adapter, settings, usage and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27Checked 13 September 2026: Apple lists iOS 27 for release on 14 September. Siri AI starts in English beta on supported devices, with regional restrictions and daily limits for some server features. It is not an iPhone 18-exclusive capability or a promise of every feature in every language.
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy information
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
iOS 27
Apple A19 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 6 GPU cores · 16-core Neural Engine
A20 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators Dual 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
GPU capabilities
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Neural Accelerators in the 6-core GPU · hardware-accelerated ray tracingPublished capabilities, not independent performance measurements.
Not verified
Body and cover materials
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Aluminium unibody · Ceramic Shield 2 front · Ceramic Shield backMaterials and coating names do not establish comparative drop or scratch resistance.
Not verified
Wireless networking chip
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Apple N1Networking chip identity; not the cellular modem or a measured throughput result.
Not verified
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/sA USB 3 cable rated for 10 Gb/s is required; the connector shape alone does not establish this bandwidth.
USB-C connector with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s)
UK A3526 · nano-SIM + eSIMThe comparison retains the UK configuration when the retailer market changes. A model specification does not establish stock or support from a particular network.
UK A3720; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Duo uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3720 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 106) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C2 cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
US model distinction
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
US A3257 · eSIM onlyA different regional model. US weight and battery claims are not substituted into the UK comparison; domestic US listing availability remains a retailer check.
Not verified
Biometrics
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Face ID via TrueDepth in the Center Stage front camera
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFCUWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. The exact UK source explicitly lists these capabilities. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband remain subject to regional availability; compatible equipment, provider and service conditions apply. This is not measured throughput or a new-generation-only advantage.
Model A3720 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 106) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C2 cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your network provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
256 GBSelected 256 GB UK A3526 configuration. The model-specific support page and model index list 256 GB among the available capacities. This states storage, not RAM or retailer stock.
2000 GB
Headphone jack
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
NoDerived from Apple's exhaustive connector specification, which lists USB-C and no 3.5mm connector.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
NoNo built-in memory-card slot is listed. External USB-C storage for supported recording workflows is a separate capability.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
NoThe UK specification lists nano-SIM plus eSIM and dual-eSIM support.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
IP68Apple's controlled-lab claim is up to 6m for 30 minutes under IEC 60529; resistance is not permanent.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Selected storage; RAM remains unlisted
Sources
Not verified
2000 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Touch ID fingerprint sensor Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Four ambient light sensors
Show unverified (13)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Sources
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Chip manufacturing process
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked A19 Pro specification and launch article do not state the process node. A specification for another A19 variant is not substituted.
Not verified
Conflicting sourcesApple UK support and model identification state 6.86 inches; the UK launch article states 6.85 inches. The nominal 6.9-inch size remains separate. This unresolved difference is excluded from numeric comparisons.
Not verified
Cellular modem model
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked specification does not identify the cellular modem. The Apple N1 wireless networking chip is a separate component.
Not verified
Claimed typical-use battery life
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked UK specification publishes local and streamed video playback, not a comparable mixed-use hours claim.
Not verified
Camera Reference Image
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThis named feature is not established by the checked iPhone 17 Pro recording specification. Its absence from that page is not proof that all reference-image workflows are impossible.
Not verified
Add Cinematic effects after ordinary video capture
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked specification lists Cinematic recording but does not establish the newer ordinary-video conversion feature. Editing footage already recorded in Cinematic mode is a separate capability.
Not verified
Smart focus tracking
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot named in the checked iPhone 17 Pro specification. This does not establish that all subject tracking is absent.
Not verified
Built-in pro camera controls
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked specification lists Camera Control exposure, depth, zoom, cameras, styles and tone; it does not establish the full aperture/shutter/white-balance/histogram workflow listed for iPhone 18 Pro.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Sources
iPhone DuoNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
iPhone 17 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Exact variants · Manufacturer specificationsView sources
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Sources

Good comparisons start with good sources.7 cited sources for this pair. Every number has a story.See the evidence

No category can be scored for both phones, so no score is shown. Manufacturer battery claims can use different test conditions. Verified specifications remain visible even where a category cannot be scored.

How we calculate scores

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight231 gManufacturer claim · high confidence

Exact UK specification. Weight can differ by configuration; no relative US weight is inferred here.

Apple
Width78 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.75 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Nominal diagonal. Apple UK sources disagree on the standard-rectangle measurement (6.86 versus 6.85 inches); actual viewable area is smaller. See the separate rectangular-diagonal evidence.

Apple
Peak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Apple-published outdoor peak, not an independent measurement; HDR peak is 1,600 nits and typical maximum is 1,000 nits.

Apple
Claimed video playback37 hoursManufacturer claim · medium confidence

Manufacturer up-to local-video claim, not independently measured mixed-use endurance. Apple's playback method differs from Samsung's.

AppleApple
Claimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence

A normalized rate derived from a manufacturer up-to claim, not a sustained charging measurement. Apple requires a 40W-or-higher adapter.

50 percent divided by 20 minutes.

Apple
Published total supportNot verified

Not published

Apple Newsroom UKApple
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple lists MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W.

Apple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

Not published

Apple
Headphone jackNoCalculated from sources · high confidence

Derived from Apple's exhaustive connector specification, which lists USB-C and no 3.5mm connector.

Apple
Expandable storageNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence

No built-in memory-card slot is listed. External USB-C storage for supported recording workflows is a separate capability.

Apple
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence

The UK specification lists nano-SIM plus eSIM and dual-eSIM support.

Apple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple's controlled-lab claim is up to 6m for 30 minutes under IEC 60529; resistance is not permanent.

Apple
RAMNot verified

Not published

Apple
Pixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple publishes 460 ppi directly for this model; no rounded-diagonal calculation is substituted.

Apple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence

Maximum adaptive ProMotion refresh rate; not a constant rate or measured motion-quality result.

Apple
Native telephoto reach4×Manufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Claimed optical-quality reach8×Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple's sensor-derived optical-quality mode is not a separate native 8x lens.

Apple
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence

Apple's model-identification page explicitly lists three rear cameras: Fusion Main, Fusion Ultra Wide and Fusion Telephoto. The 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra modules.

Apple
8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Apple
Manufacturer list price£1,199.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple Newsroom UK
All sources8
  1. iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  2. Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  3. iPhone - Battery Test InformationApple · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  4. iOS 27 Preview and CompatibilityApple · accessed 3 Sept 2026
  5. iPhone 17 Pro Max technical specifications — Apple UK supportApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  6. Identify your iPhone model — regional model numbersApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
  7. iOS 27 — compatibility, release and Apple Intelligence requirementsApple · accessed 13 Sept 2026
  8. iPhone 17 Pro Max UK technical specifications — wireless connectivityApple · accessed 15 Oct 2026

Apple iPhone Duo

2000 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026

Specifications & verification
Weight254 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
WidthNot verified

Not published

ThicknessNot verified

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Display sizeNot verified

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Peak brightnessNot verified

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Claimed video playbackNot verified

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Claimed charging rateNot verified

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Published total supportNot verified

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Wireless chargingNot verified

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Reverse wireless chargingNot verified

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Headphone jackNot verified

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Expandable storageNot verified

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eSIM onlyNot verified

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IP ratingNot verified

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RAMNot verified

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Apple
Pixel densityNot verified

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Maximum refresh rateNot verified

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Native telephoto reachNot verified

Not published

Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified

Not published

Rear camera modulesNot verified

Not published

8K recordingNot verified

Not published

Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
  1. Apple UK — literal MK2K4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
  2. Apple UK — iPhone Duo technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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