Apple iPhone 17 vs Poco F7 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Poco F7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 76/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 Ultra has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,932,885 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Poco F7 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 212g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Poco F7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2932885 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Poco F7 Ultra, the Poco F7 Ultra scores 6 points higher (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Poco F7 Ultra — 86/100; 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 Poco F7 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Poco F7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2932885 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5300 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 32 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco F7 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F7 Ultra
- 5300 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:39 hrs, total 26:17 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Poco F7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F7 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 17 by 26.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Poco F7 Ultra was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (86/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (84/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Poco F7 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Poco F7 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Poco F7 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco F7 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.