Apple iPhone Duo vs ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1999 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,464,181); the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (225g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2464181
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 7200
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1999
- Better camera (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (34/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 83/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 52/100; 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2464181 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2250 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 7200 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 14 / ROG UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $1199 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by 44.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.