Hotwav A17 Pro Max: specifications and verdict 4 GB / 128 GB / global
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A17 Pro Max

4.3 NeoScore #998 of 1029

4 GB / 128 GB / global · Launched February 2026 · Energy class D

Overview

NeoScore

4.3

#998 of 1029

Design & display
4.9
Performance & hardware
3.5
Camera
2.8
Connectivity
6.2
Battery & charging
4.7

Efficiency

Energy efficiencyD
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RepairabilityB
ABCDE
Repeated-drop resistanceB
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Strengths

  • 6.75-inch 120Hz display with TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification.
  • UFS 2.2 storage up to 256GB with expansion support.
  • Operating-system update support is listed for 6 years.

Weak points

  • The 6.75-inch display is limited to 720 × 1,600 pixels and 420 nits peak brightness.
  • The 4GB of RAM and 1.75GHz maximum processor clock leave limited headroom for demanding multitasking.
  • The 13MP main camera lacks optical image stabilization and does not support slow-motion video.
Display
6.75 inIPS LCD720 × 1,600 px120 Hz
Design
225 g78 mm168 mm8.5 mm
Performance
ASR ASR8662Octa-Core4 GB RAM128 GB / 256 GB
AnTuTu
235,000Better than 5% of phones
Battery
5,160 mAh18 W
Cameras
13 Mpxselfie 5 Mpx

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Technical specifications

Performance

Processor Model
ASR ASR8662
Processor Process Size
22 nm
Graphics GPU
ARM G310 (819 MHz)
Storage Type
UFS 2.2
Maximum CPU Clock
1.75 GHz
Maximum Storage Capacity
256 GB
AnTuTu Score
235,000
CPU Description
2x1.75 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6x1.5 GHz Cortex-A55
Processor Type
Octa-Core
64-Bit Processor
Yes
RAM Capacity
4 GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X
Expandable Storage
Yes
AnTuTu version
v10

Battery

Battery Efficiency Rating
D
Battery Capacity
5,160 mAh
Battery Type
Li-Ion
Fast Charge Power
18 W
Battery Features
Fast Charging, Non-Removable
Charge cycles
800

Design

Body Colors
Black, Blue
Body Thickness
8.5 mm
Body Width
78 mm
Body Height
168 mm
Weight
225 g
Usable Surface
83 %
Body Materials
Metal
Resistance Features
IP44
Drop Resistance Class
B
Repairability Class
B
Drop Test Count
180

Display

Display Aspect Ratio
20:9
Peak Display Brightness
420 nits
Display Technology
IPS LCD
Display Diagonal
6.75 in
Display Horizontal Resolution
720 px
Display Vertical Resolution
1,600 px
Display Pixel Density
260 ppi
Display Refresh Rate
120 Hz
Display Features
Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification

Sensor

Sensor Features
Gravity Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor

Software

OS Update Support
6 years
Google Services
Yes

Connectivity

SIM Configurations
Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby
Cellular Bands
2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41
Wi-Fi Standards
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi Features
Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 5.4
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP
Navigation Systems
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
Connectivity Features
3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C

Audio

Audio Features
Stereo Speakers, A2DP

Automated technical index

NeoScore

NeoScore is an automated technical index based on verified specifications. It does not represent hands-on testing unless NeoTeo publishes a separate review.

4.26 /10

Selected variant

4 GB / 128 GB / global

Design & display
4.87
Performance & hardware
3.49
Camera
2.82
Connectivity
6.23
Battery & charging
4.7
NeoScore rank
#998 / 1029

Efficiency

Grades from the official EU product label. Missing grades are never estimated.

Energy efficiency
D
Repairability
B
Repeated-drop resistance
B

Survived 180 drops without defects

View the official EPREL label

Evidence-based overview

A17 Pro Max technical sheet

The Hotwav A17 Pro Max focuses on a large display and broad connectivity. Its 6.75-inch IPS LCD runs at 120Hz, uses a 20:9 ratio, and includes curved glass plus TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification. Resolution is 720 × 1,600 pixels, density is 260 ppi, and peak brightness is 420 nits. On the specification sheet, that favors screen size over high pixel detail. The metal body measures 168 × 78 × 8.5mm, weighs 225g, and carries IP44 protection.

Processing comes from the ASR ASR8662 octa-core platform, with 2x1.75 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6x1.5 GHz Cortex-A55, an ARM G310 GPU, 4GB of RAM, and UFS 2.2 storage up to 256GB with expansion support. Google Services are included, while operating-system update support is listed for 6 years. The 13MP rear camera has autofocus, HDR, and several shooting controls; the front camera is 5MP.

The 5,160mAh Li-Ion battery supports 18W fast charging and is non-removable. Dual Nano-SIM, Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, a 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, and stereo speakers make the feature set versatile. The A17 Pro Max suits users who want a large screen, two SIMs, expandable storage, and long software support, rather than flagship-level display or camera specifications.

Highlights

  • 16.75-inch 120Hz display with TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification.
  • 2UFS 2.2 storage up to 256GB with expansion support.
  • 3Operating-system update support is listed for 6 years.
  • 4Connectivity includes Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, a 3.5mm jack, GPS, and dual Nano-SIM.

Things to consider

  • 1The 6.75-inch display is limited to 720 × 1,600 pixels and 420 nits peak brightness.
  • 2The 4GB of RAM and 1.75GHz maximum processor clock leave limited headroom for demanding multitasking.
  • 3The 13MP main camera lacks optical image stabilization and does not support slow-motion video.
  • 4The body weighs 225g and measures 168 × 78mm; its listed protection is IP44, not full waterproofing.

A17 Pro Max

Camera system

Every physical camera module is shown separately, with its sensor, lens and capture capabilities.

1

Rear Main Camera

Resolution
13 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
Slow Motion Video
No
Slow Motion Frame Rate
30 fps
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Flash Type
LED
Sensor
Resolution
13 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
Video
Slow Motion Video
No
Slow Motion Frame Rate
30 fps
Lens
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Flash
Flash Type
LED
Flash LED Count
1 LEDs
Features
Camera Features
Digital Zoom, Dual-Lens Camera, Autofocus, Touch Focus, Continuous Shooting, Geotagging, HDR, Face Detection, White Balance Settings, ISO Settings, Exposure Compensation, Scene Mode, Self-Timer
2

Front Camera

Resolution
5 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
Sensor
Resolution
5 Mpx
Sensor Type
CMOS
07
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Variant details

Memory
4 GB
Markets
global
Storage
128 GB
Market codes
global

Product family

A17 Pro Max
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