Apple iPhone 17 vs Sony Xperia Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Sony Xperia Pro (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 865; launch prices were $799 and $2499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 42/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 978,910); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Sony Xperia Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 978910
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3191
- Faster charging: 40W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 177g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $2499
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3692 mAh
- Overall rating 42/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Sony Xperia Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 34 points higher (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Sony Xperia Pro — 0/100; 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 Sony Xperia Pro (88/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (73/100 vs 28/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Sony Xperia Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Snapdragon 865 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 978910 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1169 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3191 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 170.2×76.2×10.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $2499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia Pro
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Sony Xperia Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Sony Xperia Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Sony Xperia Pro by 120.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1700. Apple iPhone 17 was $1700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (88/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (86/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (29/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro (73/100 vs 28/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Sony Xperia Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro by 34 points (76/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Sony Xperia Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Sony Xperia Pro — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Sony Xperia Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Sony Xperia Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Sony Xperia Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.