Apple iPhone 17e vs Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro; launch prices were $599 and $2799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 67/100 vs 59/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $2799
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 8 points higher (67/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (74/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 42/100; 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 "display" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (83/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Kirin 9050 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2232x3184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | HarmonyOS 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP58 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $2799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2200. Apple iPhone 17e was $2200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (67/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (74/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (83/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users.