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# Apple iPhone 17 256GB

> 6.3″ OLED display (120 Hz), Apple A19, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, 48 MP main camera, 3692 mAh battery, 5G, iOS 26.

Overall score 82.4/100 (algorithm 1.0.0, data evidence 98 %); strongest in build & comfort, smoothness.

## Spec score

- Smoothness: **86.5**/100
- Battery: **77.3**/100
- Camera hardware: **72.1**/100
- Screen: **85.5**/100
- Build & comfort: **93.1**/100
- Longevity: **81.8**/100
- Basics: **85**/100

_Camera scores measure hardware potential (sensor, optics, stabilization) — not lab-tested photo quality._

## Strengths / Weaknesses

- ✅ Build & comfort (93.1)
- ✅ Smoothness (86.5)
- ✅ Screen (85.5)

## Specifications

- AnTuTu score (11): 2239708
- Display size: 6.3 in
- Display technology: LTPO AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
- Chipset: Apple A19
- RAM: 8 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Battery capacity: 3692 mAh
- Wired charging: 40 W
- Main camera: 48 MP
- Weight: 177 g
- IP rating: IP68
- Operating system: iOS 26
- 5G support: Yes
- NFC: Yes
- eSIM: Yes

## Is it a real upgrade?

- Typical 2021 mid-ranger: +19.3
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G (2021): +14.8
- Apple iPhone 12 (2020): +19.9

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