Apple iPhone 17 vs ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,464,181 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 7200
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 177g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1199
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 34/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2464181 vs 2156126
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 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 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (73/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2464181 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2250 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 7200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 by 12.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Apple iPhone 17 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (73/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.