The potential two-tone design for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, as suggested by leaked CAD renders, does not directly indicate an impact on the device's weight. This design change involves a separate cutout in the center of the rear panel, which might suggest a two-tone colorway or the use of another material, but there is no specific mention of how this would affect the overall weight of the device[10].
However, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to be thicker than its predecessor, the iPhone 16 Pro Max, with a thickness of approximately 8.725 mm compared to the previous 8.25 mm[5][7]. This increase in thickness is primarily due to a larger battery aimed at enhancing performance and battery life[5][7]. The frame of the iPhone 17 Pro Max is rumored to be made of aluminum, replacing the titanium used in previous models, which could also influence the weight, though the exact impact is not specified[9].
In contrast, the iPhone 17 Air is designed to be significantly thinner, measuring only 5.5 mm, which would make it the thinnest iPhone ever produced[3][5]. This suggests that Apple is targeting different user preferences with these models, focusing on performance and battery life for the Pro Max and compactness for the Air[5].
Overall, while the two-tone design might not directly affect the weight, the changes in thickness and materials could have a more significant impact on the overall feel and weight of the iPhone 17 Pro Max compared to its predecessors.
Citations:
[1] https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/new-iphone-17-air-leak-may-have-revealed-some-key-specs-and-how-it-compares-to-the-iphone-17-pro-max
[2] https://www.apple.com/iphone-16-pro/specs/
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNauwWnfWbE
[4] https://vocal.media/01/i-phone-17-pro-max-2024-the-ultimate-deep-dive-into-rumors-innovations-and-what-apple-s-next-flagship-will-deliver
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4z1KJkvopx4
[6] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/apple-iphone-14-pro-max-i-made-a-huge-mistake/
[7] https://www.reddit.com/r/apple/comments/1j5lw7e/iphone_17_pro_max_said_to_be_thicker_to/
[8] https://www.phonearena.com/phones/Apple-iPhone-17-Pro-Max_id12496
[9] https://www.yahoo.com/tech/iphone-17-pro-rumor-points-090000321.html
[10] https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/leaked-iphone-17-renders-hint-at-major-design-changes-including-3-controversial-changes-for-the-pro-and-pro-max