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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple A19 Pro

Official Nepal Price

Rs.416999

Colors: Space Black

Series

iPhone 17

Device Type

Traditional Smartphone

Weight

233 gm

Size

6.9 inches

Protection

Ceramic Shield 2

Refresh Rate

120Hz

AVAILABLE VARIANTS

Display
9.8
Performance
9.9
Camera
9.9
Battery
8.8
Build
9.8
Size & Portability
8
Overall Score
9.37

|Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Expert Score Breakdown

Methodology

Display

9.8 / 10

Performance

9.9 / 10

Camera

9.9 / 10

Battery

8.8 / 10

Build

9.8 / 10

Size & Portability

8 / 10

Overall Score

9.37 / 10

|Product Overview

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Price in Nepal

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a flagship Apple smartphone designed for top-tier performance and premium user experience. Powered by the Apple A19 Pro chip built on advanced 3nm architecture, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers exceptional speed, efficiency, and AI capabilities. The Apple iPhone lineup continues to lead in performance, making this device ideal for gaming, multitasking, and professional content creation.

Design 

The iPhone 17 Pro Max doesn’t try too hard it simply stands out. The smooth aluminum alloy frame curves perfectly into the Ceramic Shield 2 glass, giving it that solid, confident feel in your hand. It’s slightly heavier, yes, but in the best way like something that’s built to last.

Available in Silver, Cosmic Orange, and a deep, oceanic Blue, the colors feel mature yet bold. The matte finish handles fingerprints gracefully, and that subtle shimmer when the light hits? Pure art. This is Apple design at its most refined no sharp edges, no distractions, just an effortless balance of form and function.

Display 

Once the 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display lights up, you’ll understand why people keep talking about it. It’s stunningly bright up to 3000 nits at its peak and impossibly smooth thanks to the 120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Watching a movie on it feels cinematic, scrolling feels fluid, and gaming feels almost too immersive. Even under harsh daylight, everything stays crisp and vivid. Apple’s anti-reflective coating quietly does its job no glare, no squinting, just pure visual comfort.

Performance 

Powered by the A19 Pro chip, the iPhone 17 Pro Max runs like it already knows what you’re about to do. Apps open instantly, multitasking feels seamless, and even heavy creative work video editing, 3D rendering, spatial recording happens without breaking a sweat.

It’s not just about raw speed; it’s about stability. You can feel it no heat surges, no lag, just consistent power that stays in the background, letting you focus on what you’re doing. iOS 26 ties it all together beautifully fluid, smart, and easy to live with.

Camera 

Three 48MP lenses working together to make your everyday moments look cinematic that’s the iPhone 17 Pro Max camera system in a nutshell. The wide lens pulls in light naturally, the periscope telephoto zooms in with real optical clarity, and the ultrawide captures sweeping landscapes without distortion.

Low light? No problem. The phone adapts beautifully details stay sharp, colors stay true. And for those who love to shoot video, the mix of 4K 120fps, Dolby Vision HDR, and ProRes RAW turns simple clips into something that looks straight out of a film.

Even the front 18MP camera is no longer “just a selfie camera.” It’s sharp, balanced, and surprisingly good in motion. The spatial audio recording adds this subtle realism that’s hard to describe until you hear it.

Battery 

Here’s where things get real because what’s performance without endurance? The iPhone 17 Pro Max easily powers through a full day of calls, content, and camera use. The battery (around 5000mAh) feels reliable, not exaggerated.

And when you do need a boost, the fast charging is genuinely quick 50% in about 20 minutes. The MagSafe wireless charging feels snappy, and you can even top up other devices using reverse charging. It’s those little conveniences that quietly make a big difference.

Connectivity

Whether you’re streaming, sharing, or navigating somewhere remote, the iPhone 17 Pro Max stays connected. It supports 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and even satellite connectivity for emergencies or off-grid messaging.

Apple’s new Ultra Wideband Gen 2 chip also improves location accuracy, making features like Find My and handoff between devices feel almost telepathic. Everything just works fast, secure, and quietly reliable.

|Product Specification

BODY

Weight
233 gm
SIM
Dual SIM (Nano + eSIM)
Dimension
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm
Build
Back: Aluminium / Glass Front: Ceramic Shield 2 Frame: Aluminium IP rating: IP68 dust and water resistance
Dimension
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight
233 g (8.22 oz)
Build
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum alloy frame, aluminum alloy back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue

DISPLAY

Size
6.9 inches
Protection
Ceramic Shield 2
Resolution
QHD+ (2868 x 1320 pixels), 19.5 : 9 ratio, 460 PPI
Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)
Size
6.9 inches, 115.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1320 x 2868 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
Protection
Ceramic Shield 2, Mohs level 5 Anti-reflective coating

PERFORMANCE

Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU
- 2x Performance (4.26 GHz) - 4x Efficiency (2.6 GHz)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core)
OS
iOS 26
OS
iOS 26
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
CPU
Hexa-core (2x4.26 GHz + 4xX.X GHz)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)

MEMORY

Card Slot
No
Internal
256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, 2TB 12GB RAM NVMe

CAMERA

Features
Sapphire Crystal lens cover, Adaptive True Tone flash
Video
4K @ 24/25/30/60/100/120 fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60/120/240 fps
Triple
48 MP, f/1.6, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth)
Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps), Apple Log 2, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo
Single
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, (wide), PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Features
HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2
Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS

SOUND

3.5mm jack
No
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack
No

NETWORK

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC
NFC
Yes
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort

BATTERY

Charging
Up to 50% in around 20 minutes
Type
Li-Ion 4832 mAh - Nano SIM model Li-Ion 5088 mAh - eSIM only model
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired

FEATURES

Sensors
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite

GENERAL

Series
iPhone 17
Device Type
Traditional Smartphone
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Brightness
1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (HDR)
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G band
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71
5G bands
N1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79
RAM
12GB LPDDR5
Storage
256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB NVMe
Variant
12GB / 256GB, 12GB / 512GB, 12GB / 1TB, 12GB / 2TB
Speaker
Stereo Speakers
Wireless Charging
25W Wireless Charging
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66 - A3526 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3257 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3525 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - A3527
5G bands
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3526 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3257 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3525 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3527
Speed
HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

|🧠 Specs Breakdown

Weight

233 gm

At roughly 227 grams, the device feels solid and premium, reflecting its all-metal construction while remaining practical for daily carry.

Size

6.9 inches

The 6.9-inch display offers a large viewing area suited for streaming, gaming, and multitasking with apps side by side.

Protection

Ceramic Shield 2

The display uses Ceramic Shield 2, which Apple states offers significantly better drop and scratch resistance than standard glass, reducing the chance of cracks from everyday accidents.

Dimension

163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm

The iPhone 17 Pro Max measures approximately 163.4 x 78.0 x 8.5 mm, providing a large frame that suits users who prioritize screen real estate for media and productivity.

Build

Back: Aluminium / Glass Front: Ceramic Shield 2 Frame: Aluminium IP rating: IP68 dust and water resistance

Apple uses a titanium frame paired with a textured matte glass back, resulting in a durable yet refined design that resists fingerprints and minor scuffs.

Display Type

LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED

The Super Retina XDR OLED display supports ProMotion with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, delivering fluid scrolling and gaming. Always-On display functionality lets users glance at key information without waking the phone, and peak brightness reaches around 3000 nits for excellent sunlight readability.

Resolution

QHD+ (2868 x 1320 pixels), 19.5 : 9 ratio, 460 PPI

With a resolution of approximately 1320 x 2868 pixels (around 460 PPI), visuals appear extremely crisp, making fine text and detailed photos look natural and clear.

OS

iOS 26

The phone runs iOS 26, with Apple typically providing 5-6 years of software updates, ensuring continued access to new features, security fixes, and app compatibility.

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ChipsetApple A19 ProApple A19 ProApple A19 Pro
Display6.9 inch 120Hz LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED6.3 inch 120Hz LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED  N/A
CameraTriple (48MP + 48MP + 48MP)Dual (48MP + 48MP + 48MP)N/A
Battery4832 mAh3988 mAhN/A

PROS

  • Excellent overall camera quality with natural colors and industry-leading video recording.
  • Outstanding battery life, among the best in the flagship segment.
  • Powerful A19 Pro chip with excellent sustained performance.
  • Premium titanium/aluminum build with Ceramic Shield protection.

CONS

  • Slower charging compared to Samsung (40W vs 60W).
  • Less customizable than Android.
  • No S Pen equivalent.
  • Zoom photography is generally behind Samsung's Ultra series.
  • Some AI features remain less flexible than Samsung's offerings.

🧠 Should you buy this?

Gadgetlab Expert Verdict

Best Premium Flagship

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers exceptional performance, industry-leading battery life, a versatile pro-grade camera system, and a premium design. With its powerful A19 Pro chip, advanced cooling, and outstanding video capabilities, it stands out as one of the best flagship smartphones available for power users, creators, and Apple ecosystem enthusiasts.

Premium Choice

Designed for users who want the best Apple experience, the iPhone 17 Pro Max combines cutting-edge hardware, advanced AI features, and professional-grade photography capabilities in a refined package.

Great for Apple Users

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is an excellent upgrade for users invested in the Apple ecosystem, offering seamless device integration, improved performance, and meaningful camera enhancements, though its premium price may not suit everyone.

Premium but Expensive

While the iPhone 17 Pro Max delivers outstanding performance and features, its high price point makes it difficult to recommend for budget-conscious buyers, especially when older models and competing flagships offer similar everyday experiences at lower costs.