Apple iPhone Air vs ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 165g vs 220g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 38/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone Air and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (66/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (96/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3247013 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| 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 | — | |
| 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 15 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 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 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Apple iPhone Air by 21.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (73/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 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 12 Ultra (96/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
Both devices scored 75/100. They are identical on performance — 92/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Apple iPhone Air (96/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.