Apple iPhone 17 vs Honor X40 GT Racing

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 (2025) and the Honor X40 GT Racing (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 30/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X40 GT Racing has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 199g).

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing by 25 points (55/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Honor X40 GT Racing
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 43
Design 51
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 199g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Honor X40 GT Racing better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 66W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Honor X40 GT Racing, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 25 points higher (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing leads (43/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (43/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Honor X40 GT Racing: The Honor X40 GT Racing is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Honor X40 GT Racing
Processor Apple A19
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 40W 66W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 26 Android 13, Magic OS 7.1
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 166.1×75.8×8.5 mm
Weight 177 g 199 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Honor X40 GT Racing
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Honor X40 GT Racing
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Honor X40 GT Racing
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Honor X40 GT Racing
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (43/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (43/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (78/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Honor X40 GT Racing?

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing by 25 points (55/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Honor X40 GT Racing?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Honor X40 GT Racing — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Honor X40 GT Racing?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Honor X40 GT Racing?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Honor X40 GT Racing?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Honor X40 GT Racing is a better fit for everyday use.