Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $485. Both devices score the same overall rating of 79/100. Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo S50 Pro mini is faster in AnTuTu (2,974,201 vs 2,538,751); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9119
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2974201 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo S50 Pro mini received the same MobileRank rating — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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 Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (64/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- 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
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo S50 Pro mini leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 14.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $614. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $614 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo S50 Pro mini are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (94/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (64/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
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 90/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.