iPhone 18 Pro vs. 18 Pro Max: what’s really different between the two models (and how much they cost in Italy)

Apple officially launches i New iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Maxplacing them alongside the foldable iPhone Duo, which clearly stands out for its form factor and specific features. In this article we would like to provide you with a practical summary Main differences between the three modelsso that you can get a clearer idea. We also compared the new models with their respective predecessors and also looked at the prices, which unfortunately have increased.

iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max

Both models come with Aluminum one-piece designthe front part is in the ceramic shield 2 and the rear part is in the ceramic shield. The storage capacity is also the same and can be obtained from 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB According to your preference. Dimensions and weight have changed, though: the 18 Pro is 150mm tall, 71.9mm wide, and 8.75mm thick. 211 k pesos. Pro Max is larger: 163.4mm, 78mm and 8.75mm, Total weight 249 grams.

The display also differs diagonally: 18 Pro model is 6.3 inches, Pro Max model is 6.9 inchesthe first resolution is 2622×1206 pixels, 460 ppi, and the second resolution is 2868×1320 pixels, 460 ppi. Both feature full-screen Super Retina XDR OLED displays. Available on iPhone 18 Pro Up to 34 hours of video playbackwhile iPhone 18 Pro Max achieved good results 43 Oreguaranteeing greater autonomy than the previous generation.

For the remainder, both models are represented by New A20 Pro chip, 6-core CPU With 2 super cores, the speed is increased by 20%; the 7-core GPU is 40% faster than the previous chip.

iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max: What’s changed?

The design is almost the same, but there are new variations in colors: Black, burgundy, glacier blue, silver. As expected, among the main innovations we find an Apple SoC built on the 2 nm production node, as well as a new NPU with an AI coprocessor that reaches 32 cores and doubles the processing power of the previous version. Then we moved from A19 Pro to A20 Pro, Graphics performance improved by up to 40%larger memory bandwidth and higher artificial intelligence processing capabilities, which are beneficial to gaming, rendering, photo processing, and all activities that require large amounts of computing power.

The vapor chamber has also been improved with More efficient cooling system This allows you to better manage temperature during more demanding activities. Another new feature involves Dynamic Island, which is smaller in size on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, as expected from numerous rumors circulating in recent months.

Important innovations also affected the photography industry, Variables open for the first time. It is a mechanical system where the blade can be opened and closed for a more personalized and precise shot, with four selectable values: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8 ef/4.0. For those with more specific needs, this feature is particularly interesting because Allows you to intervene in the amount of light reaches the sensor. let us remember this 17 Pro uses 48 MP main sensor with fixed f/1.78 aperture.

In other respects, there are no particularly significant changes in the photography world: In fact, the 48 MP ultra-wide angle and 48 MP telephoto are still there. The most discerning might also notice improvements in the cinematics. iPhone 17 Pro supports 4K Dolby Vision recording at up to 120 fps, external ProRes RAW 4K120, Apple Log 2 and Genlock. New models continue to offer these features while also adding Cinema mode up to 4K60various improvements to focus management, and some features designed primarily for content creators.

The weight of iPhone 18 Pro has changed slightly compared to its predecessor, exceeding Up to 204 to 211 grams. However, iPhone 18 Pro Max is more waterproof, with a maximum depth of 6 meters and a duration of up to 30 minutes. In terms of battery life, the iPhone 17 Pro can provide up to 31 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 18 Pro can reach 34 hours. increase by about 10%. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has a battery life of 37 hours, while the 18 Pro Max has a battery life of 43 hours. return Wired charging has been improved: When using a 40W power supply, the 17 Pro can reach 50% in about 20 minutes, while when using a 60W or higher power supply, the 18 Pro can reach 50% in just 15 minutes.

In summary, therefore, we are not faced with a revolution but an update that introduces several targeted improvements compared to the previous generation, especially in the areas of performance, thermal management, photography, autonomy and charging.

iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo comparison

Apple’s foldable deserves its own segment, given its special form factor and features that differentiate it from the other two models. However, we decided to include it in the table anyway so that you can Compare key specs more easily Of the three recently launched devices:

How much does the new iPhone 18 Pro cost?

These two new models land on the Italian market Add 150 euros Compared to the launch price of the previous generation. Taking the 256 GB configuration as a reference, the iPhone 17 Pro starts at 1,339 euros, while the new iPhone 18 Pro Up to €1,489an increase of €150. The same price increase also applies to the Pro Max models: iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at 1,489 euros, while iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at and 1.639 €. We’ll update this article with pricing for all available configurations.

The price increase doesn’t just affect the new Pro model. return The price of iPhone 17 has actually increased. From the initial price of 979 euros it has risen to the current price of 1,129 euros. However, the price of iPhone 17e remains unchanged at 729 euros for the 256 GB configuration.