iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 17 Air: Launch Date, Camera Features and India-USA-Dubai Price Comparison – Know the Whole Difference!
Apple is once again ready to make a splash with its new iPhone 17 series, which is expected to launch in September this year. This time the company is going to launch not only the standard iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but also a new variant – iPhone 17 Air. This new lineup is going to see many major upgrades, including 120Hz refresh rate, better camera features and powerful chipset. Let’s know the full comparison between iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Air – features, camera specs, and prices in India, USA and Dubai.
Difference in Design and Display
First of all, talking about design and display, iPhone 17 Air is going to be an ultra-slim and lightweight device. According to reports, its thickness can be just 5.5mm, which will make it the thinnest iPhone. The iPhone 17 Pro will come with a more premium and sturdy design, in which titanium or aerospace-grade aluminum is expected to be used.
The biggest display upgrade of the iPhone 17 series will be that the standard iPhone 17 can finally be given a 120Hz refresh rate, which was previously limited to only Pro models. This upgrade will give users smoother scrolling and better gaming experience.
Camera Features: Pro vs Air
Apple is bringing something new for camera lovers. The iPhone 17 Pro model is expected to get three 48MP sensors – along with a primary lens, an Ultra-Wide camera and a new Tetraprism Telephoto lens. This Tetraprism lens can bring a lot of improvement in zoom and clarity. Also, a mechanical aperture feature could be introduced, allowing photographers to manually adjust light and depth of field – for a DSLR-like experience.
The iPhone 17 Air will have a single 48MP Fusion rear camera, due to its slim design. There will be no space for a telephoto lens, but this camera could be quite promising for casual photography. As for the selfie camera, the regular iPhone 17 could have a 24MP front camera, which is also expected in the Air variant.
Performance and Chipset
Talking about performance, both the devices are expected to have new upgraded chipsets. Apple improves its custom silicon and GPU performance every year. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models are likely to have the new AI-enhanced A19 Pro chip, while the Air model could have the A18 or A18 Pro chip. Overall, multitasking and battery optimization will both be improved.
Expected Prices in India, USA, Dubai
Let’s now see the pricing comparison in three major markets:
India:
iPhone 17: can start from ₹89,900
iPhone 17 Pro Max: can go up to ₹1,64,900
USA:
Base model price can be around $899
Pro Max variant can be approx $1,299
Dubai:
Entry-level iPhone 17 price can start from AED 3,799
Prices can change according to region-wise taxes and configurations.
Launch Date & Availability
Traditionally Apple launches its iPhones every year in the mid-week of September, and following this tradition, the iPhone 17 series is also expected to launch in September 2025. The official launch date is not yet confirmed, but pre-orders could start 1-2 weeks after the launch.
If you are a hardcore user of photography and performance, then the iPhone 17 Pro will be best for you with its triple 48MP camera setup and new telephoto lens. But if you want a slim, stylish and lightweight phone that is best for casual use, then the iPhone 17 Air can be a unique and affordable choice.
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