iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 18 Pro: should you upgrade?

If you're buying new, get the iPhone 18 Pro. The iPhone 17 Pro is no longer sold by Apple.

Brand new, so you get the longest run of updates and full resale value.

The iPhone 18 Pro is 1 year newer, so it will get software updates for longer and holds its value better. If your iPhone 17 Pro still works well, there's no rush, but don't buy one new.

SpeciPhone 17 ProiPhone 18 Pro
VerdictAvoid: Choose an alternativeRecommended: A good time to buy
Price$1,099 at launch—
ReleasedSeptember 2025September 2026
ChipA19 ProA20 Pro
StatusDiscontinued September 2026On sale

Prices are Apple's US starting prices.

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