Apple iPhone 17 vs OnePlus 9 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $799 and $969. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 65/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3692); the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,185,805); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 has the stronger camera (157 vs 122); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OnePlus 9 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3537
- Lighter: 177g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $969
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 53/100)
What makes OnePlus 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OnePlus 9 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 11 points higher (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro leads (57/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, OnePlus 9 Pro — 42/100; 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 OnePlus 9 Pro (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (86/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OnePlus 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1185805 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3216x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 122 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $969 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OnePlus 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Apple iPhone 17 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (88/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (86/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (57/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the OnePlus 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OnePlus 9 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OnePlus 9 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users.