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Apple iPad mini (2024) vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,199 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iPhone 17 Pro Max BETTER THAN Apple iPad mini (2024)?

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Apple iPad mini (2024)
iPhone 17 Pro MaxWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORApple iPadiPhone 17LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,078 mAh5,088 mAh+5,088 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandard40W40W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP48 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size8.3"6.9"8.3"
Chassis WeightN/A233g233g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
  • ✓766g lighter chassis (233g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8800 lower launch MSRP ($1199 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,088 mAh battery capacity (+10 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationApple iPad mini (2024)iPhone 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size8.3"6.9"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A17 Pro High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemiOS iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, Triple Camera System48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP18 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm
WeightN/A233 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,078 mAh5,088 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+6.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB-C 3.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$1199
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone 17 Pro Max ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Significantly larger display: 8.3" vs max 6.9" for media & multitasking
When to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.5 · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPad mini (2024) vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Which phone is better: Apple iPad mini (2024) or iPhone 17 Pro Max?

iPhone 17 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.5/100 compared to Apple iPad mini (2024) (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.5 and Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Apple iPad mini (2024) and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Apple iPad mini (2024) is equipped with a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery, while iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Apple iPad mini (2024) and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

In lab hardware evaluations, Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100 in camera performance, while iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 85/100.

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