Apple iPhone 17 vs Poco F8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $529. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 76/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 199g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Poco F8 Pro, the Poco F8 Pro scores 3 points higher (79/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Poco F8 Pro — 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 Poco F8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 by 28.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Poco F8 Pro was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (86/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.