Apple iPhone 17 vs Apple iPhone Duo
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro; launch prices were $799 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 72/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone Duo has the bigger battery (4883 mAh vs 3692); the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone Duo
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1999
- Better camera (86/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 4883 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Apple iPhone Duo, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 4 points higher (76/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (59/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100; 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 Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (59/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (73/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Apple iPhone Duo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Apple A20 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3551073 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 4612 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 11819 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1878x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 4883 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | iOS 27 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 254 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Apple iPhone Duo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Apple iPhone 17 by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Apple iPhone 17 was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (86/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (59/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (73/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Apple iPhone Duo by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Apple iPhone Duo — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Apple iPhone Duo?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users.