Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series is expected to see a price increase of $50 per model compared to its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Vietnamese market for used iPhones is experiencing major markdowns, with popular models now starting at just 12 million VND (around $470 USD).

iPhone 17 pricing sees rare hike

According to MacRumors, Apple plans to raise the price of all iPhone 17 models by $50 USD (about 1.3 million VND). This rare pricing adjustment is said to be driven by rising component costs and the impact of new tax regulations between the U.S. and China.

If the leaked reports are accurate, the standard iPhone 17 will start at $849 USD (approximately 22.2 million VND), while the iPhone 17 Pro Max could reach $1,249 USD (about 32.7 million VND), Doi Song & Phap Luat reports.

Used iPhones receive deep discounts in Vietnam

Amid the summer sales lull, the used iPhone market in Vietnam has seen a wave of price cuts. According to An Ninh Tien Te, prices have dropped between 500,000 VND and 1.5 million VND (roughly $20 to $60 USD), depending on the model and storage variant.

Several high-demand models have seen notable reductions. The iPhone 15 Pro Max (256GB) is now priced at 20 million VND (down 1 million), and the iPhone 15 Pro is down to 17 million VND. The iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at 16.5 million VND, while the iPhone 14 Pro is now available from just 12 million VND.

Even older models like the iPhone 11, iPhone 12 Pro Max, and iPhone 13 Pro Max have seen price drops ranging from 300,000 to 500,000 VND. Many models are now priced below 10 million VND (under $400 USD), making them attractive to budget-conscious buyers.

Chinese milk grapes flood Vietnam at low prices

Chinese-imported “milk grapes” are flooding Vietnamese markets at surprisingly low prices. According to Gia Dinh & Xa Hoi, just a few dozen thousand VND can buy 1kg of these grapes - roughly the cost of regular varieties.

Originally from Japan, milk grapes are known for their thin skin, green color, crisp texture, strong sweetness, and distinct aroma. Genuine imports from Japan or South Korea typically retail from 500,000 VND to several million VND per kilogram.

In contrast, Chinese milk grapes are priced from 80,000 to 250,000 VND per kilogram (about $3 to $10 USD), depending on the type. On online marketplaces, prices can drop even further - just a few dozen thousand per kilogram, especially with bulk purchases.

Vendors say the Chinese variety offers a pleasant flavor at a reasonable price and has reliable supply, making it widely accessible to Vietnamese consumers.

Photo caption: Chinese milk grapes being sold abundantly in Vietnamese markets. Photo: Gia Dinh & Xa Hoi.

Yamaha Vietnam slashes prices by up to 30 million VND

Doi Song & Phap Luat reports that a Yamaha dealership in Hanoi has launched aggressive promotions, cutting up to 30 million VND (over $1,170 USD) off various motorcycle models.

Among the standout deals, the Yamaha MT-03 receives the steepest discount of 30 million VND. The Yamaha YZF-R3 is down 24.6 million VND.

Sporty manual models also see strong discounts. The Yamaha MT-15 is reduced by 16.95 million VND, while the YZF-R15 drops by 22.9 million VND.

Yamaha’s only electric model in Vietnam, the NEO’s, also gets a 16.2 million VND discount.

Gas prices drop for the third consecutive month

Retail gas prices in Vietnam continue to decline for the third month in a row, reflecting a broader global downtrend.

According to VTV, in August, Petrolimex household gas cylinders (including VAT) are priced at 416,100 VND for a 12kg unit and 1,664,100 VND for a 48kg commercial cylinder. These represent decreases of 18,100 VND and 72,600 VND, respectively.

Since the beginning of 2025, gas prices have decreased five times and remained unchanged on three other occasions.

Hanh Nguyen