Apple iPhone 17 Pro Vs iPhone 16 Pro: Apple is gearing up for its “Awe Dropping” event, scheduled to take place at Apple Park, Cupertino, on September 9, 2025 – the day when the tech giant will launch the much-anticipated iPhone 17 series globally. India, a key market for Apple, will be among the first to get the new lineup, with pre-orders opening on September 12 and sales starting on September 19, 2025. The new lineup comprises iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Apple is also likely to unveil the iPhone 17 Air, touted as the thinnest and most portable iPhone ever, which may replace the iPhone 16 Plus.
While the features, specs, design, and other details of the upcoming series remain under wraps, here’s a comparison of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro based on rumours and leaks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Vs iPhone 16 Pro: Specifications
As per leaks, the iPhone 17 Pro may come with a 6.3-inch ProMotion display supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. It is rumoured to ship with iOS 26, said to include a liquid-glass theme. The phone could be powered by Apple’s A19 Pro chip paired with 12GB RAM, along with a possible boost in battery performance.
The iPhone 16 Pro comes with a 6.3-inch LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Apple’s A18 Pro chip built on a 3nm process, paired with 8GB RAM. The device houses a 3582mAh battery and supports 25W MagSafe wireless charging.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Vs iPhone 16 Pro: Design
The iPhone 17 Pro is expected to feature design upgrades, with the camera module stretching from edge to edge, housing three lens cutouts similar to the iPhone 16 Pro.
The iPhone 16 Pro has a clean back panel with a square-shaped camera module that holds three lens cutouts and a flash. On the front, it features thin bezels.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Vs iPhone 16 Pro: Camera
Rumours suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro may feature a triple rear camera setup, including a 48MP primary lens, a 48MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 48MP periscope telephoto lens. Reports also hint at an upgraded 24MP front camera for selfies and video calls.
The iPhone 16 Pro comes with a triple rear camera setup, featuring a 48MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP periscope telephoto shooter. For selfies and video calls, it sports a 12MP front camera.
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