This is how much RAM Apple might stuff in the iPhone 17 series

Just in case you're wondering how much RAM will be available on the upcoming iPhone 17 series, we have got some tea to discuss. A new report from the market analytics firm TrendForce talks about iPhone 17's shipment projections and internal specifications.

Apple is expected to launch four different models at its 'Awe Dropping' event next week, namely the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the iPhone 17 Air, marking its entry into the ultra-thin smartphone category following Samsung.

The firm said that Apple will fit a 12GB RAM chip inside Air, Pro, and Pro Max models, based on "current market information and analyst projections." Meanwhile, the base iPhone 17 will come with 8GB RAM, which was standard across the iPhone 16 lineup from last year.

This goes in line with previous information supplied by analysts Jeff Pu and Ming Chi-Kuo, who also said that the base model iPhone 17 will retain 8GB RAM. Having more RAM on the device should translate to better performance for Apple Intelligence and other features.

iPhone 17 series shipments are projected to go up by 3.5% compared to the iPhone 16 lineup. Apple is reportedly gearing up for a three-year redesign cycle, starting with the iPhone 17. The analytics firm said that upgrades to processor performance, thermal management, and imaging capabilities will stimulate demand.

Apple expects to ship around 8 to 10 million iPhone 17 units in 2025 and 20 to 25 million in 2026, according to its internal projections reported by Kuo. Moreover, a recently published survey highlights that iPhone owners' interest in buying the upcoming device has increased from last year.

Previous leaks suggest there might be minimal visual difference between Apple's slimmest iPhone and other models apart from the thickness. The entire iPhone 17 series is expected to get a 24MP front camera upgrade. While the Cupertino giant is tight-lipped about the upcoming design changes, an eagle-eyed user shared images of a mysterious smartphone speculated to be the iPhone 17 Pro.

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Posted Friday 5 September 2025 at 3:12 am AEST (my time).

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