Apple iPhone 17 vs Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030; launch prices were $799 and $1050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 74/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 2,101,808); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 2101808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 6200
- Lighter: 177g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1050
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 2 points higher (76/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 58/100; 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 77/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (83/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (73/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2101808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1320x2848 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | HarmonyOS 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 164.4×79.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1050 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2848
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max by 2.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Apple iPhone 17 was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (86/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (83/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max (73/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.