Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9287
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 206g vs 220g
- Better camera (94/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 38/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, 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 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 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, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3247013 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 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
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 21.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (94/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (66/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.