iPhone 17 and ‘iPhone 17 Air’ Rumoured To Feature Same Pro-Level 120Hz Displays

Highlights

• iPhone 17 lineup may feature 120Hz ProMotion displays with LTPO technology for all models.
• Aims to reduce display feature differences between Pro and standard iPhone models.
• Apple to work with Samsung and LG for these displays.
• iPhone 17 may also include a new Wi-Fi 7 chip and Apple’s own 5G modem.
• The release is expected in fall 2025.

iPhone 17 lineup rumours are all over the place. The latest word is coming from Korean media and it is good news for all Apple fans out there.

A recent report by South Korean ETNews suggests that Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 lineup could feature 120Hz ProMotion displays with LTPO technology for all models.

This includes the standard versions and the rumoured iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim. If true, this would mean the iPhone 17 will have smoother scrolling and will close the gap between Pro and standard iPhones.

As of now, we have only seen the ProMotion displays exclusively on Apple’s Pro models starting with the iPhone 13 Pro.

This has left the standard models with a basic 60Hz refresh rate.

Bringing 120Hz displays to all iPhone 17 models could make the base models more competitive, especially as high refresh rates are widely adopted in Android flagship phones.

LTPO (low-temperature polycrystalline oxide) technology is a big part of this upgrade allowing variable refresh rates that adapt to what’s on the screen. This means the display can save battery when high refresh rates aren’t needed and provide a smooth experience when they are.

On current iPhone Pro models, ProMotion can even drop down to 1Hz to save power. While it’s unknown if the iPhone 17 base models will go that low, the leap to 120Hz is a substantial improvement.

All iPhone 17 Models Rumored to Feature 120Hz ProMotion Displays

The entire iPhone 17 lineup, including the standard iPhone 17 and the rumored “iPhone 17 Air”, is expected to feature ProMotion displays with a variable refresh rate up to 120Hz.

Samsung and LG will reportedly… pic.twitter.com/vrZPsQjzoD

— Apple Club (@applesclubs) November 2, 2024

Apple is reportedly partnering with Samsung and LG to supply these displays, with no plans yet to source LTPO panels from Chinese suppliers.

This move would align with Apple’s trend of reducing the feature differences between Pro and standard models, following the iPhone 16 series, which had fewer differences than ever.

Industry analyst Ross Young has previously hinted that 120Hz could come to non-Pro iPhones with the iPhone 17 series. ETNews’ latest report adds weight to this rumour suggesting that a major display upgrade might be coming for all iPhone 17 models.

Bye bye 60hz iPhones

iPhone 17 series will apparently all have 120hz ProMotion LTPO OLED Displays pic.twitter.com/prlBGUTbyB

— Anthony (@TheGalox_) November 2, 2024

In addition to the display upgrades, the iPhone 17 will reportedly feature a new Wi-Fi 7 chip developed by Apple, produced with TSMC’s 7nm process, replacing Broadcom’s chip to reduce costs. Apple is also developing its own 5G modem, which is expected to debut in the next iPhone SE model.

The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to come out in fall 2025.

FAQs

Q1. What is the expected display feature of the iPhone 17 lineup?

Answer. The iPhone 17 lineup could feature 120Hz ProMotion displays with LTPO technology for all models, including the standard versions.

Q2. Which company is Apple partnering with for the iPhone 17 displays?

Answer. Apple is partnering with Samsung and LG to supply these displays, with no plans yet to source LTPO panels from Chinese suppliers.

Q3. When is the iPhone 17 lineup expected to be released?

Answer. The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to come out in fall 2025.

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