About The A17 Pro

The A17 Pro, a 64-bit ARM-based SoC developed by Apple and manufactured by TSMC, debuted on September 12, 2023, powering the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Key Specifications

The chip features a six-core CPU, including high-performance cores at 3.78 GHz and energy-efficient cores at 2.11 GHz. Its six-core GPU is 20% faster, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shading. A robust 16-core Neural Engine handles 35 trillion operations per second, while the RAM is upgraded to 8GB for enhanced multitasking.

Advanced Features

With 19 billion transistors, a 19% increase from the A16, and manufactured on TSMC’s 3 nm N3B process, the A17 Pro achieves efficiency and performance. Supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2 and introducing AV1 decoding, it stays at the forefront of connectivity and video playback capabilities.

Performance and Innovation

Compared to its predecessor, the A17 Pro showcases increased GPU cores, enhanced Neural Engine capabilities, and improved branch prediction. The chip, with its 3.78GHz performance cores, establishes itself as a powerhouse, contributing to the iPhone 15 Pro’s exceptional performance.

Integrated Into iPhone 15 Pro

Exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, the A17 Pro, identified by the product code APL1V02, marks a significant leap in Apple’s chipset technology. Manufactured by TSMC, it balances efficiency and power, promising a remarkable user experience.