Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Apple iPhone Air
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro; launch prices were $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 75/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the bigger battery (3998 mAh vs 3149); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the stronger camera (168 vs 141); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone Air
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 3998 vs 3149 mAh
- Better camera (94/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Better portability (96/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Apple iPhone Air, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 4 points higher (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (37/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Apple iPhone Air — 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (94/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (96/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Apple iPhone Air | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Apple A19 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2538751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9800 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2736x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 3149 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 40W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 141 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | iOS 26 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 165 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Apple iPhone Air, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone Air was $100 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, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (94/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (96/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Apple iPhone Air?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Apple iPhone Air?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Apple iPhone Air — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Apple iPhone Air?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Apple iPhone Air?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users.