Battery Life Matters Most
Despite flashy features, battery life remains the #1 smartphone priority. Apple claims the iPhone 17 delivers "all-day battery" — we put that claim to the test.
Test Methodology
We tested at 200 nits brightness with Wi-Fi connected, running each scenario from 100% to 0%.
Results
- Video Streaming (YouTube): 18h 24m
- Social Media Scrolling: 14h 05m
- Gaming (Genshin Impact): 7h 12m
- Voice Calls (cellular): 26h 40m
- GPS Navigation: 11h 55m
Mixed Use Test
A simulated day of use (2h streaming, 1h gaming, 1h social, 30min calls, 1h navigation, background apps) consumed 62% battery over 10 hours.
Charging Speed
0-50% in 22 minutes with the 45W charger. Full charge in 72 minutes. Qi2 wireless charging reaches 50% in 45 minutes.
Bottom Line
The iPhone 17 comfortably lasts a full day for most users. Heavy gamers should carry a charger.