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Weibo Leak Suggests iPhone 17 Pro Max Will Pack 5,000mAh Battery

It could extend usage to roughly 35 hours under iOS 26’s Adaptive Power optimization

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iPhone 16 Pro Max is the company's current flagship smartphone
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Overview

  • The leak from Weibo insider Instant Digital indicates the iPhone 17 Pro Max will house a roughly 5,000mAh battery, up from 4,676mAh in the current Pro Max model.
  • The capacity boost marks almost a 7% increase over the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s battery.
  • Apple’s iOS 26 includes an Adaptive Power mode that could leverage the larger cell to push runtime to around 35 hours.
  • To accommodate the new battery, the Pro Max chassis is expected to be thicker and heavier than its predecessor.
  • Details on whether Apple will employ silicon-carbon cell technology and final specifications will be confirmed at the company’s September 2025 iPhone unveiling.