Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17e if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance
96.5 ★
91.1
Camera
80.0
80.0
Battery
76.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
96.5 ★
85.4
Overall
88.8 ★
83.5
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
96.5/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
88.8/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 17e
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 17e
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.10"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1320x2868
1170x2532
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Apple A19 (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 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)
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video Recording
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)
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS, stereo sound rec.
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4823 mAh
4005 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless MagSafe/Qi2
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International/China)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight
233g
169g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), glass back, aluminum frame
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Black, White, Soft Pink
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 26.3, upgradable to iOS 27
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 88.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 17e puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.5/100. However, Apple iPhone 17e offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Apple iPhone 17e
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
- 60Hz display only
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 88.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Apple iPhone 17e?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 17e offers better value at PKR 289,000 with a value score of 1.4.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Apple iPhone 17e?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max costs PKR 535,600 while Apple iPhone 17e costs PKR 289,000. The price difference is PKR 246,600.
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