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iPhone 17e vs ZTE Blade V80 Max: Which One Should You Buy?

ZTE Blade V80 Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 17e

iPhone 17e
75/ 100
Launch price$599
ZTE · 2026

ZTE Blade V80 Max

ZTE Blade V80 Max
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

ZTE Blade V80 Max wins overall; iPhone 17e takes 4 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 17e
iPhone 17e
4 wins
ZTE Blade V80 Max
ZTE Blade V80 Max
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurity
iPhone 17eZTE Blade V80 Max
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsiPhone 17e
    93
    39
  • Camerafrom specsZTE Blade V80 Max
    77
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryiPhone 17e
    70
    62
  • Displayfrom specsZTE Blade V80 Max
    52
    58
  • ConnectivityiPhone 17e
    80
    64
  • SecurityiPhone 17e
    100
    34
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • ZTE Blade V80 Max has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
  • iPhone 17e charges faster30W vs 22.5W
  • ZTE Blade V80 Max has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • ZTE Blade V80 Max has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • ZTE Blade V80 Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 191 g
  • ZTE Blade V80 Max has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 17e has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
  • iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Unisoc T7250
  • iPhone 17e is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP64
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 17e
  • ✓22 g lighter (169 g vs 191 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy ZTE Blade V80 Max
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+1,995 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 17eZTE Blade V80 Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 ZTE Blade V80 Max Wins Display
Screen typeOLED Super Retina XDRColor IPS Screen
Screen Size6.1"6.9"
Resolution & Density2532x1170 (460 ppi)~ 260 PPI
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz
Brightness1,200 nits peak780 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 17e Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A19 (3nm)Unisoc T7250 (6nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (5-core)Mali G57 MP1 @ 850 MHz
Operating SystemiOS 26Android v16 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 ZTE Blade V80 Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Fusion 48MP50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.916 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 17e Lightest Chassis
Dimensions146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm171.6 x 77.8 x 8.3 mm
Weight169 g191 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP64
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 17e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,005 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging22.5W
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Yes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetooth6.0Yes, v5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$599Price on request
Our verdict

ZTE Blade V80 Max wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

The ZTE Blade V80 Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (30W vs 22.5W).

Buy iPhone 17e if you want

Brighter screen: 1,200 nits vs 780 nits · Lighter: 169 g vs 191 g (22 g less)

Buy ZTE Blade V80 Max if you want

Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 17e or ZTE Blade V80 Max?

The ZTE Blade V80 Max is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 48 MP). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (30W vs 22.5W). BeastScore: iPhone 17e 74.9/100, ZTE Blade V80 Max 86.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17e and ZTE Blade V80 Max?

iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. ZTE Blade V80 Max has a 6.9-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

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