Updated: Wed, Sep 24, 2025 07:12 PM IST Performance: Chipsets and RAM The iPhone 17 features the latest A19 chip, which offers improved efficiency and processing power compared to the A18 Pro chip in the iPhone 16 Pro. Both models come with 8GB of RAM. Camera Capabilities Talking about the front camera, the iPhone 17 features an 18MP sensor with Center Stage technology, allowing the camera to automatically follow you during video calls – a feature the iPhone 16 Pro's 12MP front camera lacks. Both rear cameras have a 48MP main shooter, but the iPhone 17 has Dual Fusion technology, which helps take better photos, especially in challenging lighting conditions. Battery and Charging The iPhone 17's battery life is a clear advantage, delivering up to 30 hours of video playback, compared to 22 hours on the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 17 also has better charging speeds, both for wired fast charging and wireless charging—meaning less time tied to a charger. Storage and Transfer Speeds In terms of storage, the base model of the iPhone 17 starts at 256GB, which is double the 128GB base storage of the iPhone 16 Pro. This could be an important factor if you store a lot of photos, videos, or apps. Another technical point to note is USB transfer speed: The iPhone 17 supports USB-C 3.0, which offers faster data transfers than the iPhone 16 Pro's USB 2.0. This is useful if you frequently transfer large files between your phone and computer. Video Recording Talking about video recording, the iPhone 16 Pro supports 4K at 120fps, while the iPhone 17 maxes out at 4K at 60fps. If you prioritize high-frame-rate video capture, the iPhone 16 Pro still has the edge here.