iPhone 17 Pro (official Apple press image)
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FlagshipSold officially in UAE

iPhone 17 Pro

Apple · Released September 2025

Our verdictGood value now, especially with a trade-in. If you can stretch AED 400, the 18 Pro is the better long-term buy.

Best for: People who want a Pro camera at a lower price.

Pros and cons

Why buy it

  • Telephoto camera for AED 400 less than the 18 Pro
  • Compact
  • Mature, well-reviewed hardware

Think twice if…

  • Older chip than 18 Pro
  • No variable aperture

Key specs

Display6.3-inch, ProMotion, Always-On
ChipA19 Pro
RAMNot published by Apple
Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Rear camerasTriple 48MP (main, ultra wide, telephoto)
Front camera18MP Center Stage
BatteryUp to 33 hours video playback (Apple claim)
DurabilityIP68 (up to 6m for 30 min)
SIMeSIM only (UAE model)
UnlockFace ID
SoftwareiOS 27
Before you buyCheck what your old phone is worth with our trade-in estimator, and see if a postpaid plan with a device deal works out cheaper.

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