Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1376. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3211
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 10106
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1376
- Better camera (71/100 vs 56/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 227g vs 233g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (33/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads (67/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3290813 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3211 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 10106 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1376 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 22.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $177. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max was $177 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (71/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a bit better (67/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (93/100 vs 92/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.