Apple iPhone Duo vs ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1999 and $1399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 63/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 1,899,814); the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is noticeably lighter (239g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 1899814
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 5311
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 42/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 239g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $1399 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 9 points higher (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 76/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 36/100; 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 Duo notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (60/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 1899814 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 5311 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 2448x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 13 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 239 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $1399 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (49/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (60/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on camera score (49/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users.