Apple iPhone 17 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 31/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 194g).

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 24 points (55/100 vs 31/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 194g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Apple iPhone 17 scores 24 points higher (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Apple A19 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 40W 80W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS iOS 26 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 177 g 194 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (43/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (39/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (78/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 24 points (55/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.