Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 77/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,902,468); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1902468
- Lighter: 206g vs 234g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 2 points higher (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Kirin 9050 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 1902468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 12000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 164.5×78.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" Dual-layer LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- 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
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max by 33.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max (94/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (47/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.