Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 4 of the specs we have recorded, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB is cheaper by SAR 4,200 (prices checked 2 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 4,200
  • More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 2 GB)
  • Lower weight: 231 g vs 249 g · slight difference
  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 12 GB2 GB
  • Display type

    OLEDSuper Retina XDR OLED
  • Operating system

    iOS 26iOS 27

Specifications side by side

20 of 20 specs

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Spec
AppleSAR 7,799
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB specs
AppleSAR 11,999
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB specs
Reference priceSAR 7,799SAR 11,999
Memory (RAM)✓ 12 GB2 GB
ProcessorApple A19 Pro—
Battery capacity5,088 mAh—
Main camera48 MP—
Storage2,048 GB2,048 GB
Wired charging25 W25 W
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB?

No difference here: storage is 2,048 GB on both.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB?

No difference here: wired charging is 25 W on both.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB: 12 GB vs 2 GB on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in screen size between the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 2TB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 2TB?

No difference here: screen size is 6.9 in on both.