Apple iPhone Duo vs ASUS ROG Phone 8
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1999 and $1099. 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 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 2,313,311); the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is noticeably lighter (225g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
ASUS ROG Phone 8
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2313311
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 6511
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 8 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: $1099 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, 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 82/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (34/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | ASUS ROG Phone 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2313311 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 6511 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 1080x2400 | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 14 | |
| 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 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 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
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS ROG Phone 8
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and ASUS ROG Phone 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads ASUS ROG Phone 8 by 53.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $900. ASUS ROG Phone 8 was $900 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 8 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 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?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 8 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?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ASUS ROG Phone 8 — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 8?
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS ROG Phone 8?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the ASUS ROG Phone 8?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS ROG Phone 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.