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Apple iPad (2025) vs iPhone 17 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 17 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple

Apple iPad (2025)

Apple iPad (2025)
81/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro

iPhone 17 Pro
81/ 100
Launch price$1,099
Head-to-head

Apple iPad (2025) wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPad (2025)
Apple iPad (2025)
3 wins
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Apple iPad (2025)iPhone 17 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 17 Pro
    70
    90
  • CameraiPhone 17 Pro
    80
    85
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryApple iPad (2025)
    86
    70
  • DisplayApple iPad (2025)
    94
    90
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueApple iPad (2025)
    85
    55
Key differences
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,252 mAh
  • Apple iPad (2025) has the bigger screen11" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 17 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the faster chipApple A19 Pro vs Apple A16 Bionic
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPad (2025)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+748 mAh)
  • ✓11" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro
  • ✓793 g lighter (206 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8900 cheaper at launch ($1099 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPad (2025)iPhone 17 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size11"6.3"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2622x1206 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A16 Bionic Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedApple GPU (6-core)
Operating SystemiOS iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP18 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A150 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm
WeightN/A206 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPad (2025) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,252 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1099
Our verdict

iPhone 17 Pro wins — BeastScore 81.2/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 17 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 81.2 vs top rival 80.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W.

Buy Apple iPad (2025) if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+748 mAh more) · Significantly larger display: 11" vs max 6.3" for media & multitasking

Buy iPhone 17 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 81.2 vs top rival 80.8 · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPad (2025) or iPhone 17 Pro?

iPhone 17 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.2/100 compared to Apple iPad (2025) (80.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 81.2 vs top rival 80.8 and Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPad (2025) and iPhone 17 Pro?

Apple iPad (2025) has a 11-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. iPhone 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4252 mAh battery.

How do Apple iPad (2025) and iPhone 17 Pro compare for speed?

Apple iPad (2025) scores 70/100 for performance; iPhone 17 Pro scores 90/100.

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