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ASUS ZenFone 8 vs iPhone 17 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

ASUS ZenFone 8 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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Asus · 2021

ASUS ZenFone 8

ASUS ZenFone 8
81/ 100
Launch price$599
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro

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

iPhone 17 Pro wins 4 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

ASUS ZenFone 8
ASUS ZenFone 8
2 wins
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
ASUS ZenFone 8iPhone 17 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 17 Pro
    80
    90
  • CameraASUS ZenFone 8
    88
    85
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieiPhone 17 Pro
    60
    76
  • BatteryTie
    70
    70
  • DisplayiPhone 17 Pro
    86
    90
  • ConnectivityiPhone 17 Pro
    75
    100
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueASUS ZenFone 8
    80
    55
Key differences
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the bigger battery4,252 mAh vs 4,000 mAh
  • iPhone 17 Pro charges faster40W vs 30W
  • ASUS ZenFone 8 has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 48 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro has the bigger screen6.3" vs 5.9"
  • ASUS ZenFone 8 is lighter169 g vs 206 g
  • ASUS ZenFone 8 launched cheaper$599 vs $1,099
  • iPhone 17 Pro has a sharper selfie camera18 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 17 Pro has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
  • iPhone 17 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 17 Pro has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy ASUS ZenFone 8
  • ✓37 g lighter (169 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$500 cheaper at launch ($599 vs $1099)
  • ✓64 MP main camera
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro
  • ✓Bigger 4,252 mAh battery (+252 mAh)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationASUS ZenFone 8iPhone 17 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size5.9"6.3"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (446 ppi)2622x1206 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peak3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 888 (5nm)Apple A19 Pro (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 660Apple GPU (6-core)
Operating SystemAndroid 11iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX68648 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.248 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 Lens12 MP, f/2.4518 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 ASUS ZenFone 8 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm150 x 71.9 x 8.75 mm
Weight169 g206 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,000 mAh4,252 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast 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 StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.26.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB-C 3.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$599$1099
Our verdict

ASUS ZenFone 8 wins — BeastScore 81.2/100

After comparing all the specs, ASUS ZenFone 8 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 48 MP and Lighter body: 169g (37g lighter in hand).

Buy ASUS ZenFone 8 if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 48 MP · Lighter body: 169g (37g lighter in hand)

Buy iPhone 17 Pro if you want

Larger battery capacity: 4,252 mAh (+252 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 40W vs max 30W

Common questions

Which is better: ASUS ZenFone 8 or iPhone 17 Pro?

ASUS ZenFone 8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 81.2/100 compared to iPhone 17 Pro (81.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 48 MP and Lighter body: 169g (37g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between ASUS ZenFone 8 and iPhone 17 Pro?

ASUS ZenFone 8 has a 5.9-inch display and 4000 mAh battery. iPhone 17 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4252 mAh battery.

How do ASUS ZenFone 8 and iPhone 17 Pro compare for speed?

ASUS ZenFone 8 scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 17 Pro scores 90/100.

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