Apple iPhone 17 vs Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $420. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2833
- Lighter: 177g vs 224g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100; 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 Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (73/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3377066 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 177 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 36.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (86/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (86/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (73/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (92/100 vs 88/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.