Apple256 GB
iPhone 18 Pro Max
6.9″ · 120 Hz
256 GB · Burgundy · UK model A3717 · nano-SIM + eSIM · MJXQ4QN/ARelease: 18 Sept 2026Full product profile
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone 17e
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the iPhone 18 Pro Max if…
- you want a longer claimed video playback: up to 43 vs 26 hours (manufacturer claims) Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 18 vs 12 MP Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.9″ screen Source: Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the iPhone 17e if…
- you want a lighter phone: 170 g vs 249 g Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.5 vs 78 mm Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.1″ screen Source: Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
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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
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Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
iPhone 18 Pro Max
0.8″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9″
- iPhone 17e
- 6.1″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 4×
- iPhone 17e
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
13 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 4 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro MaxApple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
iPhone 17eA19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Claimed video playback
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max43 hours
iPhone 17e26 hours
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). 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 settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Update policy
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
iPhone 17eNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17e
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Launch operating system
iPhone 18 Pro MaxiOS 27
iPhone 17eiOS 26
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Connections
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUSB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
iPhone 17eUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen size
iPhone 18 Pro Max6.9 in
iPhone 17e6.1 in
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 7 more verified differences
Height
iPhone 18 Pro Max163.4 mm
iPhone 17e146.7 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max249 g
iPhone 17e170 g
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsiPhone 18 Pro Max78 mm
iPhone 17e71.5 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Camera system
iPhone 18 Pro Max48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
iPhone 17e48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels 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) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Variable aperture provides physical control over light and depth of field. A fixed aperture does not offer those settings; photo quality still needs independent testing.
Display specification
iPhone 18 Pro Max6.9-inch OLED; 2868 × 1320; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)
iPhone 17eSuper Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e 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 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUp to 43 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wireless
iPhone 17eVideo playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 38 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). 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 settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front cameras
iPhone 18 Pro Max18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
iPhone 17e12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash 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 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 Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Compare 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 18 Pro Max163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
iPhone 17eWidth: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Thickness
iPhone 18 Pro Max8.75 mm
iPhone 17e7.8 mm
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
Regional SIM / network configuration
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUK model A3717; nano-SIM + eSIM
iPhone 17eUK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * 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+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
* 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 .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Wireless connectivity
iPhone 18 Pro MaxWi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
iPhone 17eModel A3634 * 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+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 NFC with reader mode Express Cards with power reserve
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
* 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 .
Apple UK — iPhone 17e 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 (45)
Main-camera aperture control
iPhone 18 Pro MaxVariable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro Max120 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
iPhone 18 Pro Max60 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Front 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Second-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max60 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Rear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max15 minutes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxMain camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogram
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
The front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max24×
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max120 Hz
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
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 support term
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
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.
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxUpdated algorithms with music isolation
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Biometric authentication
iPhone 18 Pro MaxFace ID
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Named cellular modem
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple's UK specification names the C2 modem for iPhone 18 Pro only and does not say which modem iPhone 18 Pro Max uses.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max2 nm
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cinematic effects after capture
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fps
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native display resolution
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17e2532 × 1170
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
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 18 Pro MaxRedesigned; up to three Live Activities at once
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxNo
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
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.
Headphone jack
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxIP68
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 and storage configuration
iPhone 18 Pro MaxRAM not published; 256 GB storage
iPhone 17e256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Native telephoto reach
iPhone 18 Pro Max4×
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max8×
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 outdoor peak
iPhone 18 Pro Max3000 nits
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxPhotographic Styles 3
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Available on the rear and front cameras.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max460 ppi
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
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 professional camera workflows
iPhone 18 Pro Max4
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max3
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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.
Apple Reference Image
iPhone 18 Pro MaxFusion Main camera
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
iPhone 18 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 18 Pro MaxYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max38 hours
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxA20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamber
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time-lapse recording
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUp to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisation
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
The published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro Max29 hours
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone 17e
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US specification difference
iPhone 18 Pro MaxUS model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 45 h local video and 40 h streamed video for it.
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Apple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNot verified
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 17e
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 18 Pro MaxYes
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17e
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 / Qi2 charging
iPhone 18 Pro Max25 W
iPhone 17eNot verified
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Compatible charger and adapter required.
Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsiPhone 17e
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2 shared fields have the same recorded value.
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Full specifications
All specs69 specificationsiPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17e
iPhone 18 Pro MaxiPhone 17eWeightDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
249g
170g
Manufacturer device mass
WidthDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
78mm
71.5mm
Manufacturer width
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
8.75mm
7.8mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
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iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
163.4 × 78 × 8.75 mm (height × width × thickness)
Width: 71.5 mm; Height: 146.7 mm; Depth: 7.80 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer heightDiffers
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iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
163.4 mm
146.7 mm
Manufacturer physical format
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iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
slab
slab
Manufacturer finishDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
Burgundy
White
Thermal design
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
A20 Pro die beside memory with direct attachment to a redesigned vapour chamberApple claims three times the vapour-chamber surface area of iPhone 17 Pro. Sustained-performance gains require independent testing.
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
6.9″
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
6.1″
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 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
3000 nitsPublished outdoor peak · Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
460 ppi
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
120HzAdaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
6.9-inch OLED; 2868 × 1320; up to 120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (outdoor)460 ppi; ProMotion adaptive refresh.
Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2532x1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 800 nits max brightness (typical); 1,200 nits peak brightness (HDR) Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone 17e 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 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Dynamic Island
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Redesigned; up to three Live Activities at onceApple-announced interface feature; usability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Native display resolution
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
2532 × 1170
Native telephoto reach
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
4×Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
3Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
48 MP main with f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 and f/4 apertures (OIS); Telephoto: 48 MP, 4x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 48 MP; Front: 18 MP; Video: up to 4K 120 fps
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilisation, Hybrid Focus Pixels 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) Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
8×Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
18 MP Center Stage · f/1.9 · autofocus
12MP TrueDepth camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash 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 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 Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Published professional camera workflows
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
4Versus counts four workflow types Apple lists: RAW stills, professional video codecs, log capture and external production timing. It is not an Apple score or a count of every camera feature.
Not verified
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Variable: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, f/4.0Four physical main-camera aperture settings; not a simulated portrait-blur score.
Not verified
Rear Cinematic video at 4K Dolby Vision
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
60 fpsRear-camera Cinematic mode. Front-camera Cinematic mode is listed separately at up to 4K30.
Not verified
Maximum digital zoom in video
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
24×Digital video zoom; not optical lens reach or a claim about image quality.
Not verified
Photographic Styles
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Photographic Styles 3Available on the rear and front cameras.
Not verified
Smart focus tracking
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesApple camera feature; tracking reliability has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Built-in pro camera controls
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Main camera: aperture, shutter speed, white balance and histogram; front camera: shutter speed, white balance and histogramThe front camera is not described as having physical aperture control.
Not verified
Apple Reference Image
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Fusion Main cameraApple camera feature; image quality has not been independently tested.
Not verified
Time-lapse recording
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Up to 4K Dolby Vision with stabilisationThe published time-lapse mode is separate from ordinary video and slow motion.
Not verified
Cinematic effects after capture
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Apply Cinematic effects after capture to video shot at up to 60 fpsApple-announced editing feature.
Not verified
Audio Mix
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Updated algorithms with music isolationManufacturer-described functions; sound quality has not been independently measured.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
YesSecond-generation sensor-shift OIS on the 48 MP Fusion Main; the telephoto has its own 3D sensor-shift OIS.
Not verified
Rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
120 fps100 and 120 fps are Fusion Main only. Manufacturer recording-mode claim; not an independent quality or sustained-recording test.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
60 fpsFront 18 MP Center Stage camera only.
Not verified
Front camera autofocus
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.Differs
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
43 hours
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
26 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. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). 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 settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Wireless charging
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Yes
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Up to 43 h video; fast wired charging (60 W adapter), 25 W wirelessApple does not publish battery capacity in mAh. Up to 38 h streamed video; up to 50% in around 15 minutes with a separately sold 60 W-capable USB-C adapter supporting AVS; MagSafe and Qi2 up to 25 W. Apple UK claims, not independent tests.
Video playback Up to 26 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 21 hours Fast-charge capable Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion batteryAll 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. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). 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 settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Claimed streamed video
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
38 hoursApple UK claim.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
15 minutesApple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS.
Not verified
MagSafe / Qi2 charging
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
25 WCompatible charger and adapter required.
Not verified
Claimed typical-use battery life
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
29 hoursApple typical-use claim; distinct from local or streamed video playback and not a cross-brand endurance test.
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy informationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
No fixed update period published; launched with iOS 27
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 systemDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iOS 27
iOS 26
Apple Intelligence and Siri AI
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Apple Intelligence; Siri AI beta in iOS 27Siri AI starts in English, with regional restrictions and usage limits for some cloud features.
Not verified
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Apple A20 Pro · 6 CPU cores · 7 GPU cores · dual 16-core Neural Engine
A19 chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 4-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedDiffers
Sources
RAM not published; 256 GB storageApple does not publish RAM capacity.
256 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
UK model A3717; nano-SIM + eSIMDual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) with dual eSIM support; 5G (sub-6 GHz). Carrier services and eSIM support need confirming with your network.
UK A3634; Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) Dual eSIM support Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3634 * 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+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 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 .
Selected nominal storage
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
256 GB
256 GB
Ingress protection
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
IP68Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
No
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Connector capabilitiesDiffers
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
USB-C · DisplayPort · USB 3 up to 10 Gb/s
USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
UK model wireless capabilitiesConfiguration
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6 · Thread
Model A3634 * 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+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 5.3 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 .
Biometric authentication
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Face ID
Not verified
Announced
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
2026-09-09
Not verified
Pre-orders open
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
2026-09-12
Not verified
Announced availability
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
2026-09-18
Not verified
Apple UK reference price
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, Burgundy
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
£1,299Announced 256 GB configuration price; not a current retailer offer.
Not verified
US specification difference
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
US model is eSIM only (dual eSIM) and adds 5G mmWave (bands n258, n260, n261); Apple lists 45 h local video and 40 h streamed video for it.US figures are shown for reference only and are not used for the UK model.
Not verified
Chip manufacturing process
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple announces iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
2 nmManufacturer-named process technology; the process name is not a measured transistor size or an efficiency score.
Not verified
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo source recorded
Not verified
Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Show unverified (8)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
8K video recording
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verified8K recording is not mentioned.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
Not verifiedNot published by Apple.
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Named cellular modem
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specifications
iPhone 17eNo source recorded
Not verifiedApple's UK specification names the C2 modem for iPhone 18 Pro only and does not say which modem iPhone 18 Pro Max uses.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Headphone jack
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Expandable storage
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Promised update duration
Sources
iPhone 18 Pro MaxNo 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 18 Pro Max
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight249 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width78 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness8.75 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.9 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Nominal diagonal; actual viewable area is smaller.
ApplePeak brightness3,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.
AppleClaimed video playback43 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple UK local-video claim; not a mixed-use endurance test.
AppleClaimed charging rate3.33% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Apple claim with a separately sold 60 W-capable adapter supporting AVS. 50 divided by 15 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
ApplePublished total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Apple controlled test: 6 metres for 30 minutes; resistance is not permanent.
ApplePixel density460 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Adaptive ProMotion; refresh depends on content.
AppleNative telephoto reach4×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Dedicated 100 mm equivalent telephoto.
AppleClaimed optical-quality reach8×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer crop-mode claim; not a separate lens.
AppleRear camera modules3Calculated from sources · medium confidence
Counts the three physical rear camera modules; 2× and 8× crop modes are not extra cameras.
AppleManufacturer list price£1,299.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceApple
All sources4
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple US iPhone 18 Pro Max technical specificationsApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple UK iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256 GB, BurgundyApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
- Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple · accessed 11 Sept 2026
Apple iPhone 17e
256 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight170 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width71.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness7.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.1 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 playback26 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. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2026 using pre-production iPhone 17e units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). 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 settings 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 MHRW4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone 17e technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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