Apple iPhone 17 vs Huawei Pura 90s Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $799 and $980. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 66/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro 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 1,273,046); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1273046
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3894
- Lighter: 177g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $980
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 57/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Huawei Pura 90s Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 10 points higher (76/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro leads (75/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Huawei Pura 90s Pro — 44/100; 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (73/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Huawei Pura 90s Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1273046 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1256x2760 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16, EMUI 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 157.8×74.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $980 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- 6.6" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Huawei Pura 90s Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Huawei Pura 90s Pro by 69.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Apple iPhone 17 was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (88/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (86/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (75/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (73/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Huawei Pura 90s Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.