Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 10095
- Overall rating 75/100
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 229g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $1199
- Better camera (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (34/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 167 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X200 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $310. Vivo X200 Ultra was $310 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (93/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.