Apple iPhone 17e vs ASUS Zenfone 10
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the ASUS Zenfone 10 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $599 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 10 leads — 62/100 vs 59/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 10 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,684,922); the Apple iPhone 17e is thinner (7.8mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
ASUS Zenfone 10
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1684922
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 5311
- Lighter: 163g vs 172g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $699
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 61/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 10 better?
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (42/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the ASUS Zenfone 10, the ASUS Zenfone 10 scores 3 points higher (62/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 leads (38/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, ASUS Zenfone 10 — 38/100; 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 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (38/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (83/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | ASUS Zenfone 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1684922 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 5.9" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 13 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 146.5×68.1×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
ASUS Zenfone 10
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 5.9" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
ASUS Zenfone 10
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and ASUS Zenfone 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads ASUS Zenfone 10 by 28.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Apple iPhone 17e was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 is a bit better (42/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 10 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (38/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 10 (83/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the ASUS Zenfone 10?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the ASUS Zenfone 10?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the ASUS Zenfone 10 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the ASUS Zenfone 10?
The ASUS Zenfone 10 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the ASUS Zenfone 10?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the ASUS Zenfone 10?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS Zenfone 10 is a better fit for active users.