Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Apple iPhone Duo
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $1199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger battery (4883 mAh vs 4823); the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (233g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple iPhone Duo
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 233g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Better camera (71/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (30/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3933
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10223
- Bigger battery: 4883 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Apple iPhone Duo, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Apple iPhone Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3551073 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 4612 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 11819 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1878x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 4883 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 254 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Apple iPhone Duo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 28.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (71/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Apple iPhone Duo by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Apple iPhone Duo — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users.