iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB with a physical SIM tray plus eSIM support is available at Mascom International for KSh 148,000 as a lightly used international unit sourced from abroad. Apple released the iPhone 17 Pro Max in September 2025 with the A19 Pro chip, a 6.9-inch ProMotion display and three 48MP rear cameras. Because this version keeps a nano-SIM slot, your existing card goes straight in with no network visit. Each iPhone 17 Pro Max is checked at our store on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, and carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty.
Designed for doctors, lawyers, accountants and sales teams who live on their phones, the iPhone 17 Pro Max handles calls, client files and video meetings from morning to night. Many professionals in Upper Hill and Westlands keep one number on a physical card and a second line on eSIM. The iPhone 17 Pro Max runs both at the same time, so a business line and a personal M-Pesa number share one handset. The big screen makes reading lab results, contracts and Excel sheets easy, while the 4x telephoto camera captures whiteboards and documents from across a room.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell grey-market iPhones with no paperwork, Mascom International tests every unit and backs it from a walk-in shop. The iPhone 17 Pro Max with a SIM tray costs KSh 4,000 more than our eSIM Only unit, a fair extra for buyers who switch cards often. Buyers throughout Kenya report that keeping their old Safaricom card was the deciding factor. Come to the Old Mutual Building to test the iPhone 17 Pro Max, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives at your door.
Common Questions About the iPhone 17 Pro Max
What is the iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB price in Kenya with a physical SIM?
The used iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB with a physical SIM slot costs KSh 148,000 at Mascom International, Nairobi CBD. The price covers a USB-C cable, a 6-month warranty on hardware functionality and pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya. Our eSIM Only version of the same phone sells for KSh 144,000, KSh 4,000 less. The used iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB with a physical SIM costs KSh 119,000 here, KSh 29,000 below this model.
Why does Mascom International sell this iPhone 17 Pro Max as used rather than refurbished?
Mascom International calls this iPhone 17 Pro Max used because it is an original, lightly used international import that has not been opened or repaired. Refurbished means a workshop replaced parts such as the screen or battery, which did not happen here. It was never deployed locally in Kenya before reaching us. We test the display, cameras, Face ID, speakers and charging port. Battery health and minor marks differ between units, so request the exact battery reading and photos on WhatsApp before you pay.
iPhone 17 Pro Max or iPhone Air: which is the better buy in Kenya?
Pick the iPhone 17 Pro Max for zoom photography, longer battery life and a SIM tray; pick the iPhone Air for the thinnest, lightest Apple phone. The iPhone Air 256GB eSIM costs KSh 103,000 at Mascom International, KSh 45,000 less. It has a single 48MP rear camera with no telephoto or ultra-wide lens, a smaller battery and no SIM slot. The iPhone 17 Pro Max adds three rear cameras and cooling for long gaming or video sessions, at the cost of extra weight.
Can the iPhone 17 Pro Max cope with KPLC power cuts, heat and dust in Kenya?
Yes, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is rated IP68 against dust and water, and its battery is rated for up to 37 hours of video playback on SIM-tray models. That reserve matters during KPLC outages, and the USB-C port charges from most power banks you already own. In hot spots such as Mombasa or Garissa, the vapour chamber spreads heat so the phone slows down less. Avoid leaving it on a car dashboard in direct sun, since any phone dims and throttles above safe temperatures.
Can this iPhone 17 Pro Max run a Safaricom card and an eSIM line together?
Yes, this iPhone 17 Pro Max runs one physical nano-SIM and one eSIM at the same time, both active for calls, SMS and data. A common Kenyan setup puts a Safaricom card in the tray for M-Pesa and adds an Airtel Kenya or Telkom eSIM for cheaper data bundles. You choose which line handles data and which is the default for calls in Settings. The tray also makes it easy to slip in a local card when you travel to Uganda or Tanzania.
Is the iPhone 17 Pro Max good for mobile games like Call of Duty Mobile and PUBG Mobile?
The iPhone 17 Pro Max runs Call of Duty Mobile, PUBG Mobile and Genshin Impact at high settings thanks to its A19 Pro chip and 6-core GPU. The 120Hz ProMotion screen makes aiming and movement look smoother than a standard 60Hz display. Its vapour chamber keeps temperatures steadier during long matches, so frame rates drop less after 30 minutes of play. Mobile gamers at Kenyatta University and JKUAT tell us the large 6.9-inch screen gives them a clearer view of the map.
Does the iPhone 17 Pro Max work well with M-Pesa and Kenyan banking apps?
The iPhone 17 Pro Max runs the M-Pesa app, the Safaricom app and Kenyan banking apps such as Equity, KCB and NCBA from the App Store. Face ID signs you into most banking apps in under a second, so you skip typing a PIN in a busy matatu. Lipa na M-Pesa and Pochi la Biashara payments go through the SIM Toolkit or the M-Pesa app as usual. The eCitizen and KRA portals also load cleanly in Safari for permits and tax returns.
Who is the Physical SIM iPhone 17 Pro Max right for, and who should choose something else?
This iPhone 17 Pro Max suits professionals and business owners who move SIM cards between phones, keep a long-held Safaricom number on a card, or travel and buy local cards. Doctors, lawyers and sales managers gain from the big screen and long battery. It is not for buyers whose line already runs on eSIM; the eSIM Only unit at KSh 144,000 does the same job for less. If you mainly chat, browse and take casual photos, the iPhone 16 Pro Max at KSh 119,000 is the better value.
Technical Specifications
Screen and Exterior
- 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with 458 pixels per inch — crisp enough to read fine print on scanned documents.
- Variable refresh rate between 1Hz and 120Hz — motion looks smooth, and the rate drops on static pages to save power.
- Brightness up to 3000 nits outdoors — maps and messages stay clear at a bright bus stage or construction site.
- Anti-reflective Ceramic Shield 2 cover glass — cuts glare and holds up better against everyday scratches.
- Aluminium frame weighing 233 grams with IP68 protection — solid in the hand and rated against dust, splashes and rain.
Chip and Speed
- A19 Pro chip on a 3nm process — more speed for the same battery use compared with older chip designs.
- Six-core processor split into two fast cores and four efficient cores — heavy apps run quickly while light work saves charge.
- Six-core graphics with Neural Accelerators — smoother 3D games and faster on-device AI tasks such as photo clean-up.
- Vapour chamber heat spreader — keeps performance steadier during long video calls, recordings and gaming sessions.
- Ships with iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence — summaries, writing help and call translation run directly on the phone.
Storage and Data Transfer
- 256GB of built-in space — holds about 80,000 photos at roughly 3MB each if photos were all you stored.
- Standard 1080p video uses about 60MB a minute — around 70 hours of footage fit into 256GB of space.
- Storage is fixed with no card slot — use iCloud, a laptop or an external drive for long-term backups.
- USB-C with USB 3 transfer up to 10Gb/s — a full hour of 4K footage copies to a laptop in minutes.
- External SSDs record directly over USB-C — creators can shoot long ProRes projects without filling the phone.
Camera System and Video Recording
- 48MP Fusion main sensor — detailed photos in daylight and less grainy results in dim offices or restaurants.
- 48MP ultra-wide lens with macro focus — captures wide group shots and close-up details of products or plants.
- 48MP telephoto at 4x optical zoom, with 8x at optical quality — clear shots from the back of a hall or stadium.
- 18MP Center Stage selfie camera — landscape group selfies and calls without turning the phone sideways.
- Dual Capture with front and rear recording at once — reaction videos and vlogs filmed in a single take.
Power and Charging
- Up to 37 hours of video playback on SIM-tray models, per Apple — enough for a long day of work and streaming.
- Fast charging reaches 50% in 20 minutes with a 40W or stronger USB-C adapter — handy before an early flight.
- Wireless charging up to 25W through MagSafe or Qi2 — place it on a pad at your desk and keep working.
- Charges from USB-C power banks and laptop adapters — useful during load shedding or long road trips upcountry.
- Settings shows battery health and cycle count — you can confirm the condition of this used unit yourself.
Network and Wireless Features
- Nano-SIM tray plus eSIM — run a physical card and a digital line together on one phone.
- 5G capable — connects to Safaricom 5G where available and switches to 4G LTE in other areas.
- Wi-Fi 7 support via Apple's N1 chip — quicker downloads and steadier video calls on modern office routers.
- Bluetooth 6.0 — reliable pairing with wireless earbuds, car systems and fitness watches.
- Ultra Wideband second generation — points you to a lost AirTag or misplaced Apple device with on-screen guidance.
Package Contents
The iPhone 17 Pro Max ships here with a tested USB-C cable, the same accessory Apple bundles with iPhone 15 and newer models. It is used stock, so expect no sealed retail box, no wall adapter and no EarPods. A 40W or higher USB-C adapter gives the quickest charge. Mascom International sells compatible adapters, MagSafe chargers, protective cases and tempered glass screen protectors separately, and our staff can fit a protector before you leave.
Warranty
As a carefully maintained international import, never deployed locally in Kenya, this iPhone 17 Pro Max comes with a 6-month Mascom International warranty covering hardware functionality. Warranty claims go through our service desk at the Old Mutual Building in Nairobi CBD, where our technicians inspect the phone in person.
Buying the iPhone 17 Pro Max from Mascom International
You can see the iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB with a SIM tray at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and staff will let you insert your own SIM card and test calls before buying. Apple sells this model in Silver, Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue; check with us on WhatsApp for the colour available today.
For stock checks, reservations or questions, use any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival in all 47 counties. Buyers in Nairobi and its environs receive the phone the same day, and customers in Mombasa, Kisumu, Machakos and Thika get it on the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The 6-month warranty above protects your purchase. We give straight answers on specifications, keep our prices accurate and remain available for support long after you leave the shop.
