Apple iPhone 17e vs Honor X80i

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Honor X80i (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 32/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X80i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 185g).

The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Honor X80i by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Honor X80i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 56
Design 68
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 185g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Honor X80i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 4/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Honor X80i, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 6 points higher (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i leads (56/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Honor X80i (96/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use.
Honor X80i: The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17e Honor X80i
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2556x1179 1200x2600
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 20W 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 24 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS iOS 19 Android 16, MagicOS 10
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 6500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP66
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm
Weight 163 g 185 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Honor X80i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Honor X80i
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Honor X80i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Honor X80i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (56/100 vs 4/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Honor X80i (96/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Honor X80i?

The Apple iPhone 17e edges out the Honor X80i by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Honor X80i?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Honor X80i — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Honor X80i?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Honor X80i?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Honor X80i?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use.