Jul 6, 2025, Posted by: Ra'eesa Moosa
iPhone 17 Pro Max Rumored to Pack 5,000 mAh Battery—The Biggest Ever for an iPhone
Apple fans have always dreamed of an iPhone that could last longer through the day. If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for a charger by mid-afternoon, this latest rumor about the iPhone 17 Pro Max might just catch your attention. According to Instant Digital, a well-known Weibo tipster, Apple is gearing up to put a massive 5,000 mAh battery in its upcoming flagship, the iPhone 17 Pro Max. That’s the largest power pack we’ve seen on any iPhone to date—a full 7% increase compared to the 4,676 mAh battery on the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The leak spread quickly across the tech world after sites like GSM Arena and Phone Arena picked up the story. Reaching a 5,000 mAh capacity isn’t just another incremental update. For years, iPhones have lagged just a bit behind their Android rivals, especially brands from China, who’ve taken the lead with even bigger batteries and quicker charging features. Apple has always focused more on efficiency than raw battery size, and while that’s worked for some people, others have been left wanting more stamina, especially on the Pro Max versions that often double as all-day workhorses or gaming devices.
Users Push for Bigger Batteries as Competition Heats Up
The Pro Max versions have always stood apart for their size, camera power, and, of course, battery life. But recently, the competition has gotten intense. Phones like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Xiaomi’s latest flagships already offer large batteries, advanced charging technologies, and superior stamina on a single charge. Users expect more from premium smartphones, especially when they push $1,000 or more in price. With people streaming videos all day, using navigation, gaming, and snapping high-res photos, battery anxiety is real, even on top-end gadgets.
Apple’s gradual battery improvements show they’ve gotten the message. Hitting that 5,000 mAh mark finally starts to close the gap with major Android players, though it still falls short of some models that pair even bigger batteries with clever power management tricks. In real-world usage, extra capacity means you can eke out several more hours of screen time—whether you’re binging Netflix or grinding through the latest mobile game. That upgrade could make the iPhone 17 Pro Max a genuinely worry-free companion for power users, travelers, and anyone glued to their screens.
The leak doesn’t give much detail about the charger or whether Apple will speed up charging times to match its battery bump. Those features are becoming just as important as battery size itself, especially as users juggle busy days and limited downtime. We’re also still in the dark about other upgrades in the iPhone 17 series: changes to design, new camera features, and how much the bigger battery will affect the phone’s weight and look.
As usual, Apple keeps its secrets tight until launch day. But if this leak turns out to be true, expect the iPhone 17 Pro Max to draw plenty of attention when the next iPhone lineup drops, supposedly in September 2025. For now, fans and critics alike are watching closely—and hoping their power banks might finally get a break.
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Ra'eesa Moosa
I am a journalist with a keen interest in covering the intricate details of daily events across Africa. My work focuses on delivering accurate and insightful news reports. Each day, I strive to bring light to the stories that shape our continent's narrative. My passion for digging deeper into issues helps in crafting stories that not only inform but also provoke thought.