iPhone 17 Pro vs Pura 80 Ultra
The iPhone 17 Pro and the Pura 80 Ultra are direct rivals in the flagship smartphone class, one from Apple and one from Huawei. The Pura 80 Ultra has the edge in 3 of the 4 areas we looked at, most visibly in the camera category.
At a glance
- Display Tie
- Memory & Storage Pura 80 Ultra wins
- Camera Pura 80 Ultra wins
- Battery & Charging Pura 80 Ultra wins
- Display6.2
- Memory & Storage4.5
- Camera3.2
- Display6.2
- Memory & Storage8.1
- Camera5.5
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Pura 80 Ultra has 9.4× optical zoom versus 4×
Big gap, real consequences. The Pura 80 Ultra’s 9.4× versus the iPhone 17 Pro’s 4× changes how the two compare in daily use. Digital zoom can fake reach, but optical zoom is where the detail actually comes from.
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The iPhone 17 Pro has a 0.97 oz lighter build
The Pura 80 Ultra is clearly behind on weight (8.24 oz against 7.27 oz), and that’s one of its biggest weak spots in this matchup. The iPhone 17 Pro is easier on your wrist during long reading or gaming sessions.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 GB
On this line of the spec sheet, the Pura 80 Ultra is in a different league: 512 GB, next to 256 GB for the iPhone 17 Pro. The Pura 80 Ultra starts with more room, which means fewer “storage full” warnings and less time deleting old videos.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has an extra rear camera
For rear cameras, the Pura 80 Ultra leads by a wide margin: 4 versus 3. The count alone doesn’t guarantee quality, but the Pura 80 Ultra gives you more lenses to choose from.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has faster 80 W wireless charging
This is a headline difference. With 80 W to the iPhone 17 Pro’s 25 W, the Pura 80 Ultra has a lead that’s easy to see on paper and in practice. Faster wireless charging makes a pad or stand more practical as your main way to top up.
Design & Size
- iPhone 17 Pro 5.91 in × 2.83 in × 0.34 in
- Pura 80 Ultra 6.42 in × 3 in × 0.33 in
Want the smaller footprint? That’s the iPhone 17 Pro. The Pura 80 Ultra is the larger of the two. On the scale, the iPhone 17 Pro comes in 0.97 oz lighter. Slimness goes to the Pura 80 Ultra, 0.02 in thinner overall.
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.91 in | 6.42 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 3 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.33 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.27 oz (winner) | 8.24 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | N/A (not specified) |
Display
Too close to call
There’s no meaningful winner in the display section; the two are too close to separate. Net result on display: level.
Screen size
iPhone 17 Pro: 6.3 in Pura 80 Ultra: 6.8 in A bigger screen makes reading, video and maps more comfortable, while a smaller one is easier to use with one hand and slips into more pockets.
Memory & Storage
Pura 80 Ultra leads
On memory & storage, the gap between these two is wide, and it favors the Pura 80 Ultra. The Pura 80 Ultra gives you 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 GB. If you shoot a lot of video or keep music and maps offline, base storage is one of the specs you’ll feel most over the years. Weighing only memory & storage, the Pura 80 Ultra comes out ahead.
Base storage
iPhone 17 Pro: 256 GB Pura 80 Ultra: 512 GB Base storage is what you get without paying extra. Photos, videos and apps add up quickly, so more space at the entry price is real value.
Camera
Pura 80 Ultra leads
The camera comparison is one-sided. The Pura 80 Ultra leads where it counts. On the Pura 80 Ultra, you get 9.4× optical zoom versus 4×. Higher optical zoom lets you frame distant subjects tightly without losing detail to digital cropping. The iPhone 17 Pro scores with a sharper 18 MP selfie camera. Prioritize camera, and the Pura 80 Ultra is where you should land.
Optical zoom
iPhone 17 Pro: 4× Pura 80 Ultra: 9.4× The Pura 80 Ultra reaches further with real optics, which pays off for wildlife, stages and sports from the stands.
Rear cameras
iPhone 17 Pro: 3 Pura 80 Ultra: 4 More cameras help most when each covers a different view, so check the table to see what the Pura 80 Ultra’s extra lens adds.
Battery & Charging
Pura 80 Ultra leads
On battery & charging, the difference is modest, and it favors the Pura 80 Ultra. Choose the Pura 80 Ultra and you get faster 80 W wireless charging. If you rely on a wireless pad at your desk or bedside, the Pura 80 Ultra refills quicker there. Bottom line for battery & charging: the Pura 80 Ultra has the edge.
Wireless charging
iPhone 17 Pro: 25 W Pura 80 Ultra: 80 W Wireless charging is usually slower than a cable, so this edge matters mainly to people who value the convenience.
Software & Updates
Nothing to tally in the software & updates section, but plenty to read. The table lists what the iPhone 17 Pro and the Pura 80 Ultra each use.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.3 in | 6.8 in |
| Panel type | OLED, ProMotion 120 Hz (Super Retina XDR) | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2622 x 1206 | 2848 x 1276 |
| Pixel density | 460 ppi | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3,000 nits | N/A (not specified) |
| Always-on display | Yes | N/A (not specified) |
Performance
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A19 Pro | N/A (not specified) |
| CPU cores | 6 | N/A (not specified) |
| Process node | 3 nm | N/A (not specified) |
| RAM | N/A (not specified) | 16 GB |
Memory & Storage
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 256 GB | 512 GB (winner) |
| Max storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| microSD slot | No | N/A (not specified) |
Camera
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48 MP (winner) | 40 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom | 4× | 9.4× (winner) |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 4 (winner) |
| Front camera | 18 MP (winner) | 13 MP |
| Max video | 4K120 Dolby Vision | 4K |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | N/A (not specified) | 5,170 mAh |
| Rated video playbackManufacturer rating | 33 h | N/A (not specified) |
| Wired charging | N/A (not specified) | 100 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 80 W (winner) |
| Port | USB-C (USB 3, 10 Gb/s) | USB-C |
Software & Updates
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | iOS 26 | EMUI 15 (global) / HarmonyOS 5.1 (China) |
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.91 in | 6.42 in |
| Width | 2.83 in | 3 in |
| Thickness | 0.34 in | 0.33 in (winner) |
| Weight | 7.27 oz (winner) | 8.24 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | iPhone 17 Pro | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $1,099 | N/A (not specified) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the iPhone 17 Pro if…
- you want the lighter phone (7.27 oz vs 8.24 oz)
- you want the sharper selfie camera (18 MP vs 13 MP)
- you want the sharper ultra-wide camera (48 MP vs 40 MP)
Choose the Pura 80 Ultra if…
- you shoot concerts, sports or wildlife from a distance (9.4× vs 4× optical zoom)
- you want more storage without paying for an upgrade (512 GB vs 256 GB)
- you like switching between focal lengths (4 vs 3 cameras)
- you want faster wireless charging (80 W vs 25 W)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pura 80 Ultra?
The Pura 80 Ultra makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if you care more about a 0.97 oz lighter build than anything else.
Is the iPhone 17 Pro bigger than the Pura 80 Ultra?
Going by the official dimensions, the Pura 80 Ultra is the larger one: 6.42 × 3 × 0.33 in against the iPhone 17 Pro’s 5.91 × 2.83 × 0.34 in.
Which has the better camera, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pura 80 Ultra?
On paper, the Pura 80 Ultra has the stronger camera setup, with 9.4× optical zoom versus 4× and an extra rear camera.
Is the iPhone 17 Pro lighter than the Pura 80 Ultra?
The Pura 80 Ultra is the heavier of the two; the iPhone 17 Pro saves 0.97 oz.
Which has more storage, the iPhone 17 Pro or the Pura 80 Ultra?
On storage, the Pura 80 Ultra leads: 512 GB compared with 256 GB.
Executive Summary
Here’s my take on Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro versus Huawei’s Pura 80 Ultra. What I like most about the Pura 80 Ultra here is 9.4× optical zoom versus 4×. Less flashy, but still real: the Pura 80 Ultra brings 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 GB. I’ll admit the iPhone 17 Pro has a point with a 0.97 oz lighter build.
Your priorities do the choosing here: portability points to the iPhone 17 Pro, memory & storage to the Pura 80 Ultra.
My pick: the Pura 80 Ultra gets my vote, but the iPhone 17 Pro is the right call if what you want most is a 0.97 oz lighter build.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.