Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro Prices Cut After iPhone 17 Release
- Zachary Fleming
- Sep 10
- 3 min read
Apple announced the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max models during the latest September 2025 Release event. The new iPhone lineup comes
with impactful updates usually reserved for Pro Models, including a standard 120 Hz display. Our favorite addition is the new bright orange color option. If you are not sold by the new iPhone 17, there is still good news for you since Apple is slashing its prices on the iPhone 16 models.
Apple lowers prices on the iPhone 16, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 16e, and 16 Plus
Here are the updated prices for the iPhone 16 line:
iPhone 16 - $699 (was $799)
iPhone 16 Plus - $799 (was $899)
iPhone 16 Pro - $999
iPhone 16 Pro Max - $1,199
iPhone 16e - $599
The first wave of price changes are on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models but savings are expected for other models. Keep an eye out for additional savings in the coming weeks. Now, let’s take a look at the pricing for the new iPhone 17 models.
iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 16: Base Model Pricing
Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 launched at $799, but Apple doubled the base storage this year. The iPhone 17 now comes with 256GB of storage compared to 128GB on the iPhone 16 meaning you’re getting twice the storage for the same price. Here are all the prices for each iPhone 17 model:
iPhone 17: $799
iPhone 17 Pro: $1,099
iPhone 17 Pro Max: $1,199
iPhone 17 Air: $999
No iPhone 17 Plus, But a New iPhone 17 Air
Apple discontinued the iPhone Plus line this year. In its place, we get the all-new iPhone 17 Air, an ultra-thin model priced at $999. That’s $100 more than last year’s iPhone 16 Plus, but it comes with Pro-level performance thanks to the A19 Pro chip.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Pricing Explained
It may look like the iPhone 17 Pro Max price went up by $100, but Apple actually removed the 128GB option. The 256GB version of the iPhone 16 Pro Max cost the same as the iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB, so the upgrade reflects more storage, not a true price hike.
Why the iPhone 17 Air Stands Out
The most exciting price point is the new iPhone 17 Air. For $999, it offers the same A19 Pro chip found in the Pro models, making it a powerhouse for performance. While it doesn’t include Pro-level cameras, it delivers serious value for anyone wanting top specs at a lower price than the Pro Max.
Key Upgrades Across the iPhone 17 Lineup
120Hz displays on every model (a feature once reserved for Pro or Android phones).
A19 chip in the iPhone 17, and A19 Pro chip in the Pro models, Apple claims it’s the fastest mobile processor ever.
Return to aluminum design, Ceramic Shield 2, and a 3,000-nit display.
Camera upgrades:
iPhone 17 includes a new 18MP Center Stage front camera.
Pro models pack three 48MP rear cameras, offering the best photography options in Apple’s lineup.
Bottom Line
The iPhone 17 prices are more nuanced than they first appear. Apple doubled storage in the base model, introduced the slim but powerful iPhone 17 Air, and aligned the Pro Max pricing with higher memory tiers. With faster chips, better displays, and upgraded cameras, Apple is positioning the iPhone 17 lineup as its most competitive yet.
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