Apple fans in India can finally get their hands on the brand-new iPhone 17 series—but here’s the catch: it’s still a lot cheaper abroad. From the US and Canada to Hong Kong, the global pricing of the iPhone 17 lineup has sparked plenty of chatter among Indian buyers.
The iPhone 17 Goes on Sale in India
From 19 September 2025, the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the all-new iPhone Air officially went on sale across India—both online and at physical Apple stores.
Apple has bumped up prices slightly this year.
- The iPhone 17 now starts at ₹82,900,
- The iPhone 17 Pro comes in at ₹134,900,
- The iPhone 17 Pro Max is priced at ₹149,900.
Meanwhile, Apple doubled the base storage for the standard iPhone 17 to 256GB, which is a nice upgrade over last year’s iPhone 16.
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Global Price Comparison – India vs The World
When you convert prices to Indian Rupees (as per September 2025 rates), the difference is pretty striking:
- iPhone 17 → ₹70,500 in the US, ₹81,700 in Dubai, ₹87,900 in the UK, ₹128,800 in Vietnam.
- iPhone Air → ₹88,200 in the US, ₹103,300 in Dubai, ₹109,900 in the UK, ₹105,400 in Vietnam.
- iPhone 17 Pro → ₹97,000 in the US, ₹113,000 in Dubai, ₹120,900 in the UK, ₹115,500 in Vietnam.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max → ₹105,800 in the US, ₹122,500 in Dubai, ₹131,900 in the UK, ₹125,400 in Vietnam.
Long story short: if you’re buying in India, you’re paying a premium compared to markets like the US, Canada, Japan, and Hong Kong.
Where Can You Get It Cheaper?
No surprises here—the US remains the best place to buy the iPhone 17 series. All models are cheaper by a good margin compared to India. Canada and Hong Kong also offer attractive pricing, especially on the Pro models.
So, if you’ve got a friend or relative flying back from one of these countries, it might just be worth asking them to grab one for you. After all, why spend ₹15,000–₹30,000 extra when you don’t have to?
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The Big Picture
Apple’s global pricing strategy isn’t new—India has always been on the pricier side due to import duties, taxes, and currency fluctuations. But with smartphones getting more expensive each year, these price gaps are becoming harder for Indian buyers to ignore.
For now, if you’re planning to upgrade to the iPhone 17, your wallet will thank you if you buy it abroad.
