iPhone 17 Air to Feature Weaker Processor and Display Than Pro Models, Fresh Leaks Reveal
Fresh leaks suggest the upcoming iPhone 17 Air will feature a less powerful processor, a downgraded display, and a single rear camera compared to Pro models, but could still attract buyers with its slim, stylish design.
Leaked renders hint at the iPhone 17 Air’s slim profile, but also reveal hardware compromises compared to the Pro models.
One of Apple's most anticipated releases is the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, which is anticipated to make its debut next month along with the iPhone 17, iPhone 17, iPhone 17, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Targeting consumers who prioritize portability and style over raw hardware power, the Air variant, positioned as the iPhone 16 Plus's successor, is rumored to concentrate on a lighter, slimmer design reminiscent of the iPhone 6.
In contrast to its Pro siblings, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to come with significant compromises, according to a recent leak from trustworthy tipster Fixed Focus Digital.
Downgrading the Processor
Previous rumors suggested that Apple's new A19 Pro chipset would power the iPhone 17 Air. This is still the case, but according to the leak, it will have one fewer GPU core than the Pro model, which is similar to the difference between the A18 and A18 Pro models from the previous year's iPhones. Casual users might not be bothered by this minor hardware cut, but it might affect gaming and graphics-intensive apps' performance.
Compromises in Display
The long-awaited 120Hz refresh rate is expected to be added to the iPhone 17 Air, finally giving a non-Pro iPhone smoother visuals. It might, however, omit LTPO technology, which makes features like Always-On Display and variable refresh rates possible. Battery life may be impacted by this non-LTPO OLED panel in conjunction with a purportedly smaller battery.
One-Camera Configuration
The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to have a single rear camera, restricting telephoto and ultrawide photography, which is a significant break from current iPhone trends. The absence of multiple lenses may disappoint photography enthusiasts, even though Apple is probably going to rely on computational photography for its digital zoom.
Business Prospects
The tipster thinks the iPhone 17 Air might be a success in spite of these downgrades, drawing customers who would rather have a thin, fashionable iPhone than the bulkier, more costly Pro models.
Next month, Apple is anticipated to formally introduce the iPhone 17 lineup; further information regarding availability and pricing will follow shortly.
