Does the Apple iPhone 17 Pro support USB-C to HDMI?
Yes, it works.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro supports DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C. Plug a USB-C to HDMI cable into a TV and it outputs video up to 4K@60Hz.
Confirmed by the manufacturer's documentation.
iPhone and iPad models with USB-C support DisplayPort Alt Mode natively. No app is needed: plug in the cable and iOS mirrors the screen. The USB-C to HDMI app on this site is for Android only.
Specs that matter
- Wired video output (DP Alt Mode)
- Supported
- USB port
- USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Max wired output
- 4K@60Hz
- Desktop mode
- None
- Released
- 2025
- Data source
- confirmed
How to connect the Apple iPhone 17 Pro to a TV
- Use a USB-C to HDMI cable or Apple's USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter.
- Connect the TV, then the phone. iOS mirrors the screen at once. Video apps switch to full-screen playback automatically.
- Apps with DRM (Netflix, Disney+) play through HDMI on iPhone because Apple's adapters pass HDCP.
The app on this site is for Android. See iPhone USB-C to HDMI for the full iPhone guide.
Frequently asked questions
- What cable do I need for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro?
- Any USB-C to HDMI cable or adapter that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode and is rated for 4K 60Hz. You do not need a powered hub or a brand-specific cable.
- Does the Apple iPhone 17 Pro need an app to connect to a TV?
- No. iOS mirrors the screen as soon as the cable is connected.
- Why does my Apple iPhone 17 Pro show a black screen on the TV?
- Check the TV is on the right HDMI input, try another HDMI port, and remove any adapter chain. Streaming apps such as Netflix block output through HDCP and will show black on purpose; local files play fine.
- Can the Apple iPhone 17 Pro output 4K over HDMI?
- Yes, up to 4K@60Hz with a suitable cable and TV.