Apple256 GB
iPhone 17
120Hz ProMotion. A 6.3-inch everyday iPhone.
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 17 vs Apple iPhone 17
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
6 verified differences, listed in full below; none fits a one-line summary.
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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.
The exact A19 configuration is listed. Core counts and the chip name do not establish measured superiority over A18.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 17
- 6.3″
- iPhone 17
- 6.3″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone 17
- No telephoto
- iPhone 17
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 30 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- iPhone 17
- Up to 30h
- iPhone 17
- Up to 30h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
6 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 17Apple A19 · 6-core CPU · 5-core GPU · 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone 17A19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
iPhone 17
The exact A19 configuration is listed. Core counts and the chip name do not establish measured superiority over A18.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
USB connector and data transfer
iPhone 17USB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/s
iPhone 17USB-C connector with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
iPhone 17
Connector and data maximum are retained. DisplayPort output is separately evidenced, and USB 3 support is not inferred.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Camera system
iPhone 1748 MP main with sensor-shift OIS · 48 MP ultra-wide · 2× framing enabled by the main sensor
iPhone 1748MP Dual Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, Hybrid Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x 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) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Spatial photos 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
iPhone 17
Two physical Fusion cameras are listed. The optical-quality 2× mode crops the main sensor; it is not a third lens.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
iPhone 176.3-inch OLED · 2622 × 1206 · adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz
iPhone 17Super Retina XDR display 6.3-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2622x1206-pixel resolution at 460 ppi 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 The iPhone 17 display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.27 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
iPhone 17
Nominal diagonal, resolution and adaptive maximum are kept together; this is not measured motion quality.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 17Up to 30 hours local video · around 50% wired charge in 20 minutes with a 40 W or higher adapter · MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W
iPhone 17Video playback Up to 30 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 27 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 20 minutes with 40W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
iPhone 17
Playback and charge setups are distinct manufacturer claims, not mixed-use battery life or measured sustained input.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W power adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2025 using pre‑production iPhone 17 units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351) and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503) with Apple 30W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2164) or Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. 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 17 technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
iPhone 1718 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
iPhone 1718MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash 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 Latest-generation Photographic Styles 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 Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation 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
Sources
iPhone 17
Front-camera optics and autofocus are read separately from the rear system.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
iPhone 17149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (height × width × depth)
iPhone 17Width: 71.5 mm; Height: 149.6 mm; Depth: 7.95 mm
Sources
iPhone 17
Individually labelled dimensions were reordered explicitly to height × width × depth.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone 17 technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
Compared regional model
iPhone 17UK A3520 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIM
iPhone 17UK A3520; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3520 * 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) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 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
UK technical and regional model sections agree. A model identity is not a retailer-availability or carrier-support guarantee.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your 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 17 technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 17Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFC
iPhone 17Model A3520 * 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) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 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
UWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region and compatible equipment. This sourced capability inventory is not measured throughput or evidence that a shorter peer inventory lacks a feature.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your 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 17 technical specificationsAn 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 (64)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone 17Fixed f/1.6
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
One main-camera aperture is listed; ultra-wide f/2.2 is a separate lens.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 1760 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum, separate from Cinematic, Action and simultaneous capture.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 1760 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Sensor-shift OIS is explicitly attached to Fusion Main.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Positive system flag is scoped to Fusion Main, not every rear lens.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Continuous autofocus video is explicitly listed; no focus-speed score is inferred.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Ultra-stabilised video and auto image stabilisation do not establish an optical mechanism.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 1730 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Mode-specific 4K maximum, not ordinary rear recording.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery capacity
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Lithium-ion construction is listed without mAh. Playback duration does not establish capacity.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
40 W is the adapter requirement in a charge-time test; it is not published maximum handset input.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to around 50% wired charge
iPhone 1720 minutes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum refresh rate
iPhone 17120 Hz
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
RAM capacity
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The manufacturer does not publish RAM capacity in this specification.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17 technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 17No
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Fixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.
iPhone 17 — Technical SpecificationsiPhone 17
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.
Update support
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
iPhone 17
The retained page names iOS 26 but does not promise a future upgrade count or support end date.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone 17 technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
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.
Action button
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Physical button expressly identified.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Action mode recording
iPhone 17Up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Always-on display
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
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 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Named support with language/region restrictions, Siri AI iOS 27 English beta and server-use limits; not successor-exclusive software.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Named support in both inventories; not an audio-quality score.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published audio playback
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No audio-duration maximum is given in the checked power section.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Device unlock
iPhone 17Face ID
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
TrueDepth-based facial recognition; wording differences do not create a separate unlock method.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Camera Control
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Physical control expressly identified; no absence is inferred on another phone.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
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 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The mobile section names N1 and UWB, but does not identify the cellular modem.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Aluminium design · Ceramic Shield 2 front · colour-infused glass back
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The glass-back condition includes the selected Lavender finish. No measured durability is inferred.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Crash Detection
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Support is named, without a detection-accuracy or rescue guarantee.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
DisplayPort video output
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The USB-C capability list explicitly names DisplayPort, separate from its USB 2 data limit.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 1730 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Simultaneous capture maximum remains separate from ordinary single-camera 4K.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Expressly named; shared support does not establish a generational gain.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
iPhone 17No
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
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.
GPU capabilities
iPhone 17Neural Accelerators · hardware-accelerated ray tracing
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
These named capabilities are listed for the five-core GPU. No benchmark result is inferred.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
HDR peak brightness
iPhone 171600 nits
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
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 17No
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Apple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.
iPhone 17 — Technical SpecificationsiPhone 17
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.
Included accessories
iPhone 17USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentation
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Actual box list; does not promise retailer bundles or a separately sold adapter.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection claim
iPhone 17IP68
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
Log recording
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No named log-capture format is established by this inventory.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Macro photography
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Macro video recording
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Macro video, including slo-mo and time-lapse, is expressly listed.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
MagSafe charging and the magnetic alignment system are explicitly listed.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
iPhone 17256 GB storage
iPhone 17256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
iPhone 17
The maintained configuration is a listed capacity; storage is not RAM.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKOne source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Published minimum brightness
iPhone 171 nits
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dedicated telephoto reach
iPhone 170×
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
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 reach
iPhone 172×
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
Panel technology
iPhone 17OLED
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Explicit technology, without inferring measured contrast or motion.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Outdoor peak brightness
iPhone 173000 nits
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
Pixel density
iPhone 17460 ppi
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Directly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
ProRes recording
iPhone 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The checked rear recording list does not establish ProRes; omission is not an absolute negative for every external/app workflow.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Qi2 charging maximum
iPhone 1725 W
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Separately listed Qi2 maximum; compatible equipment required.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 172
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKIdentify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
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 176.27 in
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Standard rectangle; rounded corners reduce actual viewable area.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The checked charging inventory does not establish reverse wireless support. USB-C accessory power is different.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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.
Emergency SOS via satellite
iPhone 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Support is named; service and connection limitations remain.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Not verified
iPhone 17Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Spatial video recording
iPhone 171080p at 30 fps
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Mode-specific source claim, without assuming all playback workflows.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published streamed video playback
iPhone 1727 hours
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical maximum brightness
iPhone 171000 nits
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Explicit typical maximum with a distinct measurement basis.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17 technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
iPhone 17US A3258 · eSIM only
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
The model index explicitly identifies the US model and its lack of a SIM tray. UK battery and mass claims are not relabelled US.
Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiersiPhone 17
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 17Not verified
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Omission of 8K is not an explicit non-support statement.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
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 17Yes
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
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 17Apple N1
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
N1 is explicitly a networking chip, not an identified cellular modem.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MagSafe charging maximum
iPhone 1725 W
iPhone 17Not verified
Sources
iPhone 17
Up to 25 W with compatible MagSafe equipment and an adapter rated at 30 W or higher; not average charging power.
iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKiPhone 17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
10 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs84 specificationsiPhone 17iPhone 17
iPhone 17iPhone 17Weight
Sources
177g
Device mass, not shipping mass; configuration and manufacture can vary.
177g
Manufacturer device mass
Width
Sources
71.5mm
Labelled width; larger is not inherently preferable.
71.5mm
Manufacturer width
Thickness
Sources
7.95mm
Labelled depth; camera-bump dimensions are not invented.
7.95mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
Sources
149.6 × 71.5 × 7.95 mm (height × width × depth)Individually labelled dimensions were reordered explicitly to height × width × depth.
Width: 71.5 mm; Height: 149.6 mm; Depth: 7.95 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer height
Sources
149.6 mmLabelled height in millimetres.
149.6 mm
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
slabThe physical rigid single-display model description identifies the form.
slab
Manufacturer finishDiffers
LavenderLavender is a listed finish and the existing maintained image selection; it is not a stock claim.
Black
Screen size
Sources
6.3″
Advertised nominal diagonal, not actual viewable area.
6.3″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
3000 nitsOutdoor peak brightness · Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
460 ppiDirectly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
120HzAdaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
Sources
6.3-inch OLED · 2622 × 1206 · adaptive ProMotion up to 120 HzNominal diagonal, resolution and adaptive maximum are kept together; this is not measured motion quality.
Super Retina XDR display 6.3-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2622x1206-pixel resolution at 460 ppi 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 The iPhone 17 display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.27 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Display diagonal before rounded corners
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
6.27 inStandard rectangle; rounded corners reduce actual viewable area.
Not verified
Native display resolution
Sources
2622 × 1206Directly published pixel dimensions.
2622 × 1206
Always-on display
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesExpressly named in the exact model specification.
Not verified
Dynamic Island
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesExpressly named; shared support does not establish a generational gain.
Not verified
HDR peak brightness
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
1600 nitsExplicit HDR maximum, not outdoor peak.
Not verified
Typical maximum brightness
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
1000 nitsExplicit typical maximum with a distinct measurement basis.
Not verified
Published minimum brightness
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
1 nitsPublished minimum, not measured low-light comfort.
Not verified
DisplayPort video output
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesThe USB-C capability list explicitly names DisplayPort, separate from its USB 2 data limit.
Not verified
Native telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
No dedicated lensDedicated telephoto reach · The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
2Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
48 MP main with sensor-shift OIS · 48 MP ultra-wide · 2× framing enabled by the main sensorTwo physical Fusion cameras are listed. The optical-quality 2× mode crops the main sensor; it is not a third lens.
48MP Dual Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, Hybrid Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 4x optical zoom range Digital zoom up to 10x 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) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Spatial photos 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
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
2×The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocusFront-camera optics and autofocus are read separately from the rear system.
18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash 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 Latest-generation Photographic Styles 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 Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation 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
Front camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesAutofocus with Focus Pixels is explicitly listed.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesSensor-shift OIS is explicitly attached to Fusion Main.
Not verified
Rear-system optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesPositive system flag is scoped to Fusion Main, not every rear lens.
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesContinuous autofocus video is explicitly listed; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Not verified
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Fixed f/1.6One main-camera aperture is listed; ultra-wide f/2.2 is a separate lens.
Not verified
Rear 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
60 fpsOrdinary rear 4K recording maximum, separate from Cinematic, Action and simultaneous capture.
Not verified
Front 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
60 fpsFront-camera maximum is independently listed.
Not verified
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
30 fpsMode-specific 4K maximum, not ordinary rear recording.
Not verified
Dual Capture 4K Dolby Vision maximum
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
30 fpsSimultaneous capture maximum remains separate from ordinary single-camera 4K.
Not verified
Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesNamed support in both inventories; not an audio-quality score.
Not verified
Camera Control
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesPhysical control expressly identified; no absence is inferred on another phone.
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
30 hours
Published video playback · Local-video up-to claim; not streamed or mixed-use endurance.
30 hours
Up-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W power adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2025 using pre‑production iPhone 17 units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351) and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503) with Apple 30W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2164) or Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. 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.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesMagSafe and Qi2 are explicitly listed.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
Up to 30 hours local video · around 50% wired charge in 20 minutes with a 40 W or higher adapter · MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 WPlayback and charge setups are distinct manufacturer claims, not mixed-use battery life or measured sustained input.
Video playback Up to 30 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 27 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 20 minutes with 40W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W power adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2025 using pre‑production iPhone 17 units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351) and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503) with Apple 30W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2164) or Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. 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.
Published streamed video playback
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
27 hoursSeparate streamed-video up-to claim.
Not verified
Time to around 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
20 minutesThe stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time.
Not verified
MagSafe charging maximum
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
25 WUp to 25 W with compatible MagSafe equipment and an adapter rated at 30 W or higher; not average charging power.
Not verified
Qi2 charging maximum
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
25 WSeparately listed Qi2 maximum; compatible equipment required.
Not verified
MagSafe support
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesMagSafe charging and the magnetic alignment system are explicitly listed.
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy information
Sources
Not verifiedThe retained page names iOS 26 but does not promise a future upgrade count or support end date.
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
iOS 26This is the technical page wording, not a claim that iOS 26 is currently the newest compatible release. The later AI footnote separately mentions iOS 27.
iOS 26
Apple Intelligence
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesNamed support with language/region restrictions, Siri AI iOS 27 English beta and server-use limits; not successor-exclusive software.
Not verified
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
Apple A19 · 6-core CPU · 5-core GPU · 16-core Neural EngineThe exact A19 configuration is listed. Core counts and the chip name do not establish measured superiority over A18.
A19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
GPU capabilities
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Neural Accelerators · hardware-accelerated ray tracingThese named capabilities are listed for the five-core GPU. No benchmark result is inferred.
Not verified
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedDiffers
256 GB storageThe maintained configuration is a listed capacity; storage is not RAM.
256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Selected nominal storage
Sources
256 GBA listed internal storage option; free space varies with software and settings.
256 GB
Body and cover materials
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Aluminium design · Ceramic Shield 2 front · colour-infused glass backThe glass-back condition includes the selected Lavender finish. No measured durability is inferred.
Not verified
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
UK A3520 · nano-SIM + eSIM · dual eSIMUK technical and regional model sections agree. A model identity is not a retailer-availability or carrier-support guarantee.
UK A3520; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3520 * 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) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 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 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 17No source recorded
US A3258 · eSIM onlyThe model index explicitly identifies the US model and its lack of a SIM tray. UK battery and mass claims are not relabelled US.
Not verified
Panel technology
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
OLEDExplicit technology, without inferring measured contrast or motion.
Not verified
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
NoThe UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
IP68Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Action mode recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60 fpsResolution, rate and mode are kept together.
Not verified
Spatial video recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
1080p at 30 fpsMode-specific source claim, without assuming all playback workflows.
Not verified
Macro photography
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Yes48 MP macro photography is expressly named.
Not verified
Macro video recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesMacro video, including slo-mo and time-lapse, is expressly listed.
Not verified
Connector capabilitiesDiffers
Sources
USB-C · USB 2 up to 480 Mb/sConnector and data maximum are retained. DisplayPort output is separately evidenced, and USB 3 support is not inferred.
USB-C connector with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
UK model wireless capabilitiesConfiguration
Sources
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread · UWB · NFCUWB is Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. Wi-Fi 7 and Ultra Wideband availability depend on region and compatible equipment. This sourced capability inventory is not measured throughput or evidence that a shorter peer inventory lacks a feature.
Model A3520 * 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) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 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 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.
Wireless networking chip
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Apple N1N1 is explicitly a networking chip, not an identified cellular modem.
Not verified
Device unlock
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Face IDTrueDepth-based facial recognition; wording differences do not create a separate unlock method.
Not verified
Included accessories
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
USB-C charge cable (1 m) and documentationActual box list; does not promise retailer bundles or a separately sold adapter.
Not verified
Action button
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesPhysical button expressly identified.
Not verified
Emergency SOS via satellite
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesSupport is named; service and connection limitations remain.
Not verified
Crash Detection
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
YesSupport is named, without a detection-accuracy or rescue guarantee.
Not verified
Headphone jack
Sources
iPhone 17iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications
iPhone 17No source recorded
NoApple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Sources
iPhone 17iPhone 17 — Technical Specifications
iPhone 17No source recorded
NoFixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (12)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verified8K recording · Omission of 8K is not an explicit non-support statement.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Sources
iPhone 17Apple debuts iPhone 17
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not publish RAM capacity in this specification.
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Published audio playback
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedNo audio-duration maximum is given in the checked power section.
Not verified
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verified40 W is the adapter requirement in a charge-time test; it is not published maximum handset input.
Not verified
Battery capacity
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedLithium-ion construction is listed without mAh. Playback duration does not establish capacity.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked charging inventory does not establish reverse wireless support. USB-C accessory power is different.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedUltra-stabilised video and auto image stabilisation do not establish an optical mechanism.
Not verified
Cellular modem model
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedThe mobile section names N1 and UWB, but does not identify the cellular modem.
Not verified
ProRes recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedThe checked rear recording list does not establish ProRes; omission is not an absolute negative for every external/app workflow.
Not verified
Log recording
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verifiedNo named log-capture format is established by this inventory.
Not verified
Promised update duration
Sources
iPhone 17No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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How we calculate scoresApple iPhone 17
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight177 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Device mass, not shipping mass; configuration and manufacture can vary.
AppleWidth71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not inherently preferable.
AppleThickness7.95 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth; camera-bump dimensions are not invented.
AppleDisplay size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Advertised nominal diagonal, not actual viewable area.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit outdoor peak, separate from typical and HDR maxima; manufacturer claim.
AppleClaimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Local-video up-to claim; not streamed or mixed-use endurance.
AppleClaimed charging rate2.5% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
The stated wired test uses a separately sold 40 W or higher adapter and USB-C cable. It is not full-charge time. 50 divided by 20 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
AppleHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · high confidence
Apple's connector list specifies USB-C, with no 3.5mm jack.
Apple UKExpandable storageNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Fixed storage options and no removable storage interface in Apple's specification.
Apple UKeSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
The UK physical nano-SIM capability explicitly establishes that this configuration is not eSIM-only.
AppleAppleIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled IEC 60529 claim at up to 6 m for 30 minutes. Resistance is not permanent or a liquid-damage warranty.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidence
Directly published ppi, not calculated from rounded screen size.
AppleMaximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion up to 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or measured response performance.
AppleNative telephoto reach0×Calculated from sources · medium confidence
The complete two-module inventory contains main and ultra-wide only. The 2× mode is main-sensor framing, not a dedicated telephoto lens.
AppleAppleClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
The manufacturer names a 2× optical-quality main-sensor mode; it remains separate from native-lens reach.
AppleRear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Fusion Main and Fusion Ultra Wide are explicitly the two physical rear cameras.
AppleAppleManufacturer list price£899.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple UK
All sources6
- iPhone 17 — Technical SpecificationsApple UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Apple debuts iPhone 17Apple Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Buy iPhone 17 256GB LavenderApple UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- iPhone - Battery Test InformationApple · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- iPhone 17 technical specifications — UKApple · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Identify your iPhone model — regional identifiersApple · accessed 14 Oct 2026
Apple iPhone 17
256 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight177 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.95 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback30 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with 30W power adapter or higher. Testing conducted by Apple in July 2025 using pre‑production iPhone 17 units and software, USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351) and Apple MagSafe Chargers (1‑metre Model A3502 and 2‑metre Model A3503) with Apple 30W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2164) or Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (Model A3351). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. 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.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
Not published
IP ratingNot verified
Not published
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rateNot verified
Not published
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
- Apple UK — literal MG6J4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone 17 technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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