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Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,080RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 48 MP

Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB)
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.9

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 83% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

â–²Better than 83%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices
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Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

8.9

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

7.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

4.8

Price

7.0
Brand name
Apple
Processor model
Apple A19
This smartphone uses the Apple A19 processor which is faster than processors in 97.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
4.26 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 4.26 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
iOS
This smartphone uses the iOS operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
iOS 26
Android version
N/A
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 48 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 48 MP which is lower than that of 75.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
48 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 48 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 64.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
1 nano-SIM, 1 eSIM or 2 eSIMs (region dependent, US/CA/JP are eSIM only, Mainland China is 2 nano-SIM only)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1206x 2622 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1206x2622 px which is higher than that of 73.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,692 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,692 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 94% of smartphones.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 40 W which is faster than in 52.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
149.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 149.6 mm which is shorter than 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
71.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.5 mm which is narrower than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.95 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.95 mm which is thinner than 71.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Weight
177 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 177 g which is lighter than 88.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
74,053 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 74,053 cm³ which is smaller than 96.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 77.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.26 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A19 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A19 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 77.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (4.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    4.26 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (3 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    3 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Apple A19 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A19 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x4.26 GHz & 4x2.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x4.26 GHz & 4x2.6 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 5.21x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (5,149 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    5,149 vs 988
  • 3.73x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (9,452 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    9,452 vs 2,533
  • 70.5% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1620 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,620 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.67x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (68.3 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    68.3 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 3.92x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (4,803 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    4,803 vs 1,226
  • 2.93x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12000 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,000 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 3.52x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (2,138 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    2,138 vs 608
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5
    5 vs 4
  • 2.5x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (640 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    640 vs 256
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Apple Intelligence, Writing Tools, Clean Up, Live Translation, Genmoji, Image Playground, Visual Intelligence
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This smartphone supports AirPlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.3% of smartphones are AirPlay compatible.
  • Supports Shareplay
    This smartphone supports SharePlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.1% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 50% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (48 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    48 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    1.9
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Has a front LED flash
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports 3D photo/video
    This smartphone supports 3D photo and video capture, the average smartphone does not. 1.3% of smartphones offer 3D imaging capabilities.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (18 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    18 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (6 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    6.0 vs 5.2
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Has HDMI output
    This smartphone supports HDMI output, the average smartphone does not. 4.1% of smartphones offer direct HDMI connectivity.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Ceramic Shield 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Ceramic Shield 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 51.5% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1206x2622 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1206x2622 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 118.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1012 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,012 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (14:59 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    14:59 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 21.2% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (40 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    40 W vs 33 W
  • 25% faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (25 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    25 W vs 20 W
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 6 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (6 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    6 m vs 0 m
  • 9.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (177 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    177 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 14 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (149.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    149.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    September 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.35 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.95 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 24.3% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (74053 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    74,053 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 26.2% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3692 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,692 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
    Apple does not support LDAC, only AAC and its own ALAC
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 96.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (131 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    130.97 vs 3,825
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4.15x more expensive
    Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,080 vs £260).
    £1,080 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.95 vs 7.3).
    6.95 vs 7.34
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 96.6% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (131 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    130.97 vs 3,825
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.0 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL version 3.2.
    3.0 vs 3.2
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 17
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 48 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No manual ISO control
    This smartphone does not allow manual ISO control, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones include manual ISO settings.
  • No manual white balance
    This smartphone does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average smartphone does. 98.5% of smartphones include white balance controls.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 26.2% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3692 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,692 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
    Apple does not support LDAC, only AAC and its own ALAC
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

Video reviews

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imtest.de
02/02/2026
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iPhone 17 Series Review: Standard Beats Pro – Here’s Why
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spiegel.de
18/09/2025
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Apple's Generation 17 review: What the new iPhones can do
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digitec.ch
30/09/2025
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iPhone 17 Review: Apple kills my Plus but gives me 120 Hertz
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futurezone.at
17/10/2025
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iPhone 17 Review: Why the Standard Model is the Best Deal
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lesnumeriques.com
03/10/2025
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global.techradar.com
17/09/2025
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zdnet.fr
22/09/2025
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Apple iPhone 17 Hands-on: Do you really need the Pro model?
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frandroid.com
08/10/2025
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iPhone 17 Review: The Best Time to Switch to Apple
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iphonesoft.fr
17/09/2025
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iPhone 17 Base Model Reviews: The Under-the-Radar Star
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lemondeinformatique.fr
03/10/2025
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iphon.fr
28/01/2026
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journaldugeek.com
21/10/2025
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leclaireur.fnac.com
25/10/2025
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iphoneitalia.com
08/10/2025
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andreagaleazzi.com
02/10/2025
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galaxus.it
30/09/2025
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iPhone 17 Hands-on: Apple Kills the Plus but Gifts Me 120 Hertz
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wired.it
07/10/2025
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iPhone 17 is the Apple smartphone to buy this year
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spider-mac.com
22/09/2025
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macitynet.it
19/09/2025
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dutchcowboys.nl
13/10/2025
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What we like about Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB)

  • High-refresh 120Hz ProMotion display is now standard on the base model, providing a smoother scrolling experience previously exclusive to Pro models.
  • Significant battery life improvements, with the Pro Max model offering the longest lifespan ever tested in an iPhone (up to 39 hours of video playback).
  • Enhanced thermal management via a new vapor chamber cooling system (primarily in Pro models) and an aluminum unibody that dissipates heat more effectively during gaming.
  • Upgraded 18MP/24MP front-facing 'Center Stage' camera that supports landscape-oriented selfies without rotating the phone and automatic group framing.
  • Base storage has been doubled to 256GB across the lineup without a price increase for the standard model.
  • New 'Liquid Glass' interface in iOS 26 offers a fresh, dynamic aesthetic that complements the hardware design.

What we don't like about Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB)

  • Apple Intelligence features are still viewed as a 'work in progress' and lack the advanced AI photo-editing capabilities found in competitors like the Google Pixel 10.
  • The standard iPhone 17 design is largely iterative and similar to the iPhone 16, lacking the 'sexy' appeal of the new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air.
  • The ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air model compromises significantly on battery size and lacks a multi-lens camera system.
  • Higher-end Pro models are slightly thicker and heavier than their predecessors (iPhone 16 Pro series) due to the new cooling hardware and larger batteries.
  • Despite the wide 'camera bar' plateau on the Pro Max, the lenses still protrude enough to cause the phone to wobble when placed face-up on a table.
  • Charging speeds, while improved to 40W on some models, still require the separate purchase of a high-wattage power brick.

Verdict

The Apple iPhone 17 (8GB + 512GB) is a flagship-tier standard model featuring a 6.3-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate and a peak outdoor brightness of 3,000 nits. Powered by the 3nm A19 chip and 8GB of RAM, this configuration offers a generous 512GB of internal storage to support its high-resolution dual 48MP rear camera system and upgraded 24MP Center Stage front camera. Major pros include the inclusion of ProMotion technology on a non-Pro model for the first time, significantly improved scratch resistance via Ceramic Shield 2, and an anti-reflective coating that reduces glare by up to 33%. However, notable cons include the lack of a dedicated telephoto lens for optical zoom and slower USB 2.0 data transfer speeds compared to the Pro series.

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