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HMD Vibe2 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
HMD · 2026

HMD Vibe2 Pro

HMD Vibe2 Pro
84/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max
85/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Head-to-head

iPhone 17 Pro Max wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

HMD Vibe2 Pro
HMD Vibe2 Pro
2 wins
iPhone 17 Pro Max
iPhone 17 Pro Max
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
HMD Vibe2 ProiPhone 17 Pro Max
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 17 Pro Max
    57
    96
  • Camerafrom specsHMD Vibe2 Pro
    83
    77
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 17 Pro Max
    60
    76
  • Batteryfrom specsHMD Vibe2 Pro
    80
    61
  • Displayfrom specsiPhone 17 Pro Max
    66
    92
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • HMD Vibe2 Pro has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max charges faster40W vs 33W
  • HMD Vibe2 Pro has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.78"
  • HMD Vibe2 Pro is lighter197 g vs 233 g
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 13 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs MediaTek Dimensity 6300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy HMD Vibe2 Pro
  • ✓36 g lighter (197 g vs 233 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+912 mAh)
  • ✓64 MP main camera
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHMD Vibe2 ProiPhone 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen typeIPS LCDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.78"6.9"
Resolution & Density1080x2460 2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorMediaTek Dimensity 6300 Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedApple GPU (6-core)
Operating SystemAndroid 16iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 HMD Vibe2 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP48 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
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP18 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 HMD Vibe2 Pro Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm
Weight197 g233 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 HMD Vibe2 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging33W40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1,199
Our verdict

iPhone 17 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 84.5/100

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (40W vs 33W) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.78"). The HMD Vibe2 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh).

Buy HMD Vibe2 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 64 MP vs 48 MP

Buy iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB

Common questions

Which is better: HMD Vibe2 Pro or iPhone 17 Pro Max?

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its faster charging (40W vs 33W) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.78"). The HMD Vibe2 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,088 mAh). BeastScore: HMD Vibe2 Pro 84.0/100, iPhone 17 Pro Max 84.5/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between HMD Vibe2 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

HMD Vibe2 Pro has a 6.78-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery.

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