iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro: Apple is already making waves with the new iPhone 17 series, and a fresh video has further generated buzz by revealing how the iPhone 17 Pro could be different from the iPhone 16 Pro. This initial glance has generated talks about its design changes and internal modifications, giving us a clue about what Apple enthusiasts can look forward to this year.
iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro Design
Fresh footage tipped by Majin Bu shows a clear design change in the iPhone 17 Pro. In contrast to the iPhone 16 Pro, where it sits on the top-left corner, the 17 Pro has a horizontally placed camera island on the back. This configuration has been compared to the Google Pixel design but less refined by early watchers.
Another noteworthy aspect is the distance between camera lenses, sensors, and flash, which looks too much and could be an indication of a specialized accessory like a custom-fit cover. Besides the new camera module design, other features like the Action Button, volume buttons, power button, and Camera Control button are still in their traditional locations. The screen size also looks unchanged, indicating Apple is more interested in camera development than a complete design change.
Material and Construction Shifts
iPhone 16 Pro still has a titanium frame like the iPhone 15 Pro model. But, the iPhone 17 Pro model will switch to an aluminium frame. Apple revisits a material that was not used since the pre-stainless-steel iPhone X era with this change. Aluminium could cut weight and cost of manufacture while not compromising toughness.
Camera Improvement
The most sensational jump could be from the camera system. The iPhone 17 Pro is rumored to introduce a significant upgrade to the front camera, from 12MP in the iPhone 16 Pro to 24MP. This upgrade could enhance selfies and video calls by leaps and bounds.
At the back, the iPhone 17 Pro Max could launch with three 48MP cameras – main, ultra-wide, and periscope telephoto with tetraprism technology. There are also reports of a mechanical aperture feature, which may provide users with more control over lighting and enhance photography in varied conditions.
Performance and Chipset
Under the hood, Apple will be replacing iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro chip with an all-new A19 Pro chip on iPhone 17 Pro. Based on an advanced 3nm process, it will deliver improved power efficiency and performance but won’t adopt the more advanced 2nm standard yet.
RAM and Multitasking
The iPhone 16 Pro comes with 8GB of RAM, whereas the iPhone 17 Pro will probably raise it to 12GB. This boost should aid in processing heavier tasks and enhance overall smoothness of the user interface. Nevertheless, regular iPhone 17 phones will probably remain with 8GB RAM.
Battery and Charging
Battery life can also be enhanced, with a bigger battery in the iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is also likely to retain the removable adhesive strips used in the iPhone 16 series to simplify battery replacement. Charging speeds, though, could continue to be capped at 35W, with no upgrade from the iPhone 16 Pro.