Apple iPhone 17 vs ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 177g vs 220g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 38/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100; 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 ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3247013 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 by 33.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 17 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.