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 — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-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 faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 820,210); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 194g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 820210
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 3012
- Lighter: 177g vs 194g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 56/100)
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 (45/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Apple iPhone 17 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (73/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 820210 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 1059 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 3012 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by 162.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (88/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (45/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (73/100 vs 56/100).
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 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.