M.Video-Eldorado opened pre-order for iPhone 17 in Russia

Group «M.Video-Eldorado», one of Russia’s largest retailers in the electronics and home appliances segment, has announced the start of pre-orders for Apple’s new iPhone 17 line of smartphones. The cost of the devices in the network starts from 107,999 rubles. Buyers can sign up for a 24-month installment plan with no down payment or overpayments.
New models and design
The iPhone 17 lineup has gotten some notable changes in both looks and tech. Depending on the model, the display diagonal ranges from 6.3 inches for the base version to 6.9 inches for the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
The body of the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max is made of aluminum, while the ultra-thin iPhone Air gets a titanium base.
Performance and new chips
The A19 chip in the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models is responsible for performance, while the Pro versions feature the A19 Pro, which delivers even better performance and stability in demanding applications.
The A19 chip in the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models is responsible for performance.
The new N1 chip supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 for faster wireless connectivity and more accurate location.

Cameras and shooting capabilities
- iPhone 17 got a dual-camera system: a 48 MP main module and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle one.
- iPhone Air has a single 48 MP module with Fusion technology.
- iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max got a professional triple camera: 48MP main module, a telephoto lens, and an ultra-wide-angle sensor. ProRes RAW recording and advanced video tools are supported
All models feature a 24 MP front camera with Center Stage technology that automatically keeps the user in the frame.
Displays and autonomy
All models feature a ProMotion display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, Always-On mode and record-breaking brightness of up to 3000 nits. Additional protection is provided by the new Ceramic Shield 2 coating.
Autonomy is also improved, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max getting up to 30 hours of video playback time.
M.Video-Eldorado Commentary
The head of «Telecom and Gadgets» department, Nikita Tolpygin, noted:
«The new generation of iPhone turned out to be cheaper in Russia than the previous one thanks to the strengthening of the ruble. We are confident that this will make the iPhone 17 lineup even more popular with customers. The devices offer Apple’s key innovations: increased performance, improved cameras and new biometric identification technologies. We expect high buyer interest in the novelty. In Russia, the new iPhone 17 smartphones will be available after the official launch of sales, which is expected on September 19. M.Video-Eldorado will bring the novelty one of the first».
Prices at M.Video-Eldorado
- iPhone 17 256GB — 107,999 rubles
- iPhone 17 512GB — 129,999 rubles
- iPhone Air 256GB — 134,999 rubles
- iPhone Air 512 GB — 164 999 rubles
- iPhone 17 Pro 256GB — 159,999 rubles
- iPhone 17 Pro 512 GB — 189,999 rubles
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 256 GB — 179 999 rubles
- iPhone 17 Pro Max 512GB — 209,999 rubles