Apple launched iOS 17 this week2 Official Edition, this update not only brings 37 impressive new features and improvements, but also includes the new iPhone Log app, iPhone 15 Pro action button translation integration, spatial video capture technology, and the highly anticipated tri-tone system setting.
Users are looking forward to upgrading to iOS 172 At the same time, the performance of battery life has become a focus of attention. Many people are concerned that the update may adversely affect battery life. In order to answer this question, the well-known YouTuber iAppleBytes has conducted a battery life test on a number of new and old iPhone models, including iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and the second-generation iPhone SE, revealing iOS 17 with actual data2 Impact on battery life.
The test results show that the iPhone SE 2, iPhone XR, and iPhone 13 are operating from iOS 171.2. Upgrade to iOS 17After 2, the battery life decreases slightly, reducing by about 3 to 10 minutes. The iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 models have a slight increase in battery life, with an increase of 4 to 7 minutes.
Overall, iOS 172 battery life is the same as iOS 171.2 is not much different. Considering that the error value in actual use is usually around 10 minutes, the performance of these five models is within a reasonable margin of error, which means iOS 172 Does not have a significant impact on the battery life of older iPhones.
ios 17.2 Power consumption performance (statistics to 12 17) (Photo: Mr. Crazy).
As for other models such as iPhone XS, iPhone 14 and iPhone 15, etc., upgrade to iOS 17After 2, you can refer to the feedback of netizens and ios 172. "Disaster statistics". According to users' real-life experiences, some models of the iPhone 14 series seem to consume slightly more power, while the difference between the old and new models in terms of battery life is not obvious. Interestingly, some users have even reported that the iPhone 11 Pro series, iPhone XR, and third-generation iPhone SE feel more power-efficient after upgrading.
User experience prevails
ios 17.2 Power consumption performance (Photo: Mr. Crazy).
If you want to know about iOS 172 The battery life performance is best based on the iPhone user's own feelings. According to the results of battery life statistics, most users do not have a noticeable feeling about the changes after the upgrade. Of these, 388% of users felt that the power consumption increased after the upgrade, compared to 144% felt it was more power-efficient.
Complete iOS 17 battery life summary by system (Figure: Mr. Crazy).
Looking at the battery life statistics of the iOS 17 series, iOS 17The performance of 2 is actually quite good. Especially the iPhone 12 is getting after upgrading to iOS 172 After, the battery life is considered to be the best performing in the entire iOS 17 series. The iPhone XR, iPhone 13, and second-generation iPhone SE also have upper-mid-range battery life. The only exception is the iPhone 11, which is on iOS 17The battery life under 2 has not returned to the level of 5 and a half hours that the original iOS 17 version achieved.
Based on current battery life statistics, users don't need to worry too much about upgrading to iOS 172 Causes reduced battery life. For users of iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, and iPhone 15 series models, we recommend continuing to upgrade. As for other older models, users can decide whether to upgrade or not according to their needs and wishes. Of course, we still recommend that users keep their iOS system up to date as much as possible to ensure that the system is safe from the threat of exploits.