Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Poco F8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1099 and $529. Both devices score the same overall rating of 79/100. Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9287
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Poco F8 Pro — 78/100; 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (68/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- 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
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 16.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $570. Poco F8 Pro was $570 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (94/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (68/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Poco F8 Pro?
Both devices scored 79/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.