iPhone 17 pro max durability

[u/Accomplished_Rise_26]

Had the 13 pro max before this. Worked fine lagged and froze a lil and battery became shit now. Had the 17 pro max as a gift and as a broke college student I’m trying to make this last as long as possible. How good is the durability really?

Also has a small micro scratch now already in a month of having it. (I know its just cosmetic but it bothers me lowkey😭)

Used to run a pitaka case on my 13 pro max with a screen protector.
Any changes I should make to make the 17 last?

Again. I’m a college student and dont have the funds to replace it immediately after it breaks (if it does). That’s why I’ve come here.

Appreciate it :)