Apple iPhone Air vs ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 2,444,132); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone Air has the stronger camera (141 vs 125); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 2444132
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 6511
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 165g vs 224g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 36/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra, the Apple iPhone Air scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 58/100; 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 Air is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (66/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (96/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2444132 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 125 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Air leads ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by 3.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (66/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra (96/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air edges out the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.