Apple iPhone 17 vs OnePlus Ace 6
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 73/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,332,530 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
OnePlus Ace 6
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 213g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3332530 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 3 points higher (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, OnePlus Ace 6 — 74/100; 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 OnePlus Ace 6 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (79/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3332530 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $399 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 35.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. OnePlus Ace 6 was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (86/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (79/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the OnePlus Ace 6 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.