Apple iPhone 17 vs Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $830. Both devices score the same overall rating of 76/100. Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ has the bigger battery (7050 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,543,672 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $830
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3543672 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7050 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone 17 and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ received the same MobileRank rating — 76/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ — 66/100; 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 Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (76/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (73/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3543672 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×76.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads Apple iPhone 17 by 39.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Apple iPhone 17 was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (76/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (73/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
Both devices scored 76/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ (93/100 vs 88/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ leads on performance (93/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Red Magic 10 Pro+ is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.