iPhone 17 vs Pura 80 Ultra
The iPhone 17 and the Pura 80 Ultra are aimed squarely at each other: same class, different badges. Count the areas and a pattern appears. The Pura 80 Ultra is ahead in 2 of 4, led by a clear margin in memory & storage.
At a glance
- Display Tie
- Memory & Storage Pura 80 Ultra wins
- Camera Trade-off
- Battery & Charging Pura 80 Ultra wins
- Display6.2
- Memory & Storage3.6
- Camera3.8
- Display6.2
- Memory & Storage8.1
- Camera4.6
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 iPhone 17 has a 1.99 oz lighter build
The numbers aren’t close. The iPhone 17 lists 6.24 oz for weight, while the Pura 80 Ultra lists 8.24 oz. Weight shows up every time you hold the phone above your face in bed or type one-handed for a long stretch.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 GB
A clear win for the Pura 80 Ultra: 512 GB against 256 GB. Few specs in this matchup are as one-sided. 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
Here the Pura 80 Ultra pulls well ahead of the iPhone 17, with 4 compared to 2. An extra rear camera usually means another focal length (ultra-wide, telephoto or macro) and more freedom in framing.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has a bigger top storage option
The Pura 80 Ultra doesn’t just edge this one; 1 TB against 512 GB is a lead you’ll feel. The top storage option only matters if you plan to buy a high-capacity version, but it caps how much you can ever keep on the phone.
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The Pura 80 Ultra has faster 80 W wireless charging
Big gap, real consequences. The Pura 80 Ultra’s 80 W versus the iPhone 17’s 25 W changes how the two compare in daily use. Faster wireless charging makes a pad or stand more practical as your main way to top up.
Design & Size
- iPhone 17 5.89 in × 2.81 in × 0.31 in
- Pura 80 Ultra 6.42 in × 3 in × 0.33 in
The Pura 80 Ultra is physically larger, so the iPhone 17 will be the easier fit wherever space is limited. The iPhone 17 weighs 1.99 oz less than the Pura 80 Ultra. The Pura 80 Ultra adds 0.01 in of depth.
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.89 in | 6.42 in |
| Width | 2.81 in | 3 in |
| Thickness | 0.31 in (winner) | 0.33 in |
| Weight | 6.24 oz (winner) | 8.24 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | N/A (not specified) |
Display
Too close to call
Both the iPhone 17 and the Pura 80 Ultra cover display equally well on paper. Treat display as common ground and look elsewhere for the deciding factor.
Screen size
iPhone 17: 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
In this area the Pura 80 Ultra has a lead the iPhone 17 can’t close. The Pura 80 Ultra delivers 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 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. For memory & storage, the Pura 80 Ultra is the one to beat.
Base storage
iPhone 17: 256 GB Pura 80 Ultra: 512 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.
Max storage
iPhone 17: 512 GB Pura 80 Ultra: 1 TB Heavy video shooters and people with large offline libraries benefit from the Pura 80 Ultra’s bigger maximum.
Camera
Trade-off
Both have a point in this area: a sharper 18 MP selfie camera for the iPhone 17, an extra rear camera for the Pura 80 Ultra. In short, camera splits the vote, and your use case casts the deciding one.
Rear cameras
iPhone 17: 2 Pura 80 Ultra: 4 The count alone doesn’t guarantee quality, but the Pura 80 Ultra gives you more lenses to choose from.
Front camera
iPhone 17: 18 MP Pura 80 Ultra: 13 MP A sharper selfie camera helps with video calls, vlogs and group selfies.
Battery & Charging
Pura 80 Ultra leads
The Pura 80 Ultra takes battery & charging by a nose. The Pura 80 Ultra takes this one with faster 80 W wireless charging. If you rely on a wireless pad at your desk or bedside, the Pura 80 Ultra refills quicker there. That makes the Pura 80 Ultra the natural choice for buyers focused on battery & charging.
Wireless charging
iPhone 17: 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
We don’t score this area directly, because the software & updates specs are labels rather than measurements. The table shows what each lists.
Full Specifications
Display
| Spec | iPhone 17 | 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 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A19 | 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 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Base storage | 256 GB | 512 GB (winner) |
| Max storage | 512 GB | 1 TB (winner) |
| microSD slot | No | N/A (not specified) |
Camera
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultra-wide camera | 48 MP (winner) | 40 MP |
| Telephoto camera | N/A (not specified) | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom | N/A (not specified) | 9.4× |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 4 (winner) |
| Front camera | 18 MP (winner) | 13 MP |
| Max video | 4K60 Dolby Vision | 4K |
Battery & Charging
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | N/A (not specified) | 5,170 mAh |
| Rated video playbackManufacturer rating | 30 h | N/A (not specified) |
| Wired charging | N/A (not specified) | 100 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 80 W (winner) |
| Port | USB-C (USB 2) | USB-C |
Software & Updates
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| OS at launch | iOS 26 | EMUI 15 (global) / HarmonyOS 5.1 (China) |
Design & Build
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 5.89 in | 6.42 in |
| Width | 2.81 in | 3 in |
| Thickness | 0.31 in (winner) | 0.33 in |
| Weight | 6.24 oz (winner) | 8.24 oz |
| Water & dust rating | IP68 | IP68/IP69 (winner) |
| Frame | Aluminum | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | iPhone 17 | Pura 80 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | $799 | 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 if…
- you notice every gram in your pocket (6.24 oz vs 8.24 oz)
- you want the sharper selfie camera (18 MP vs 13 MP)
- you want the slimmer phone (0.31 in vs 0.33 in)
- you want the sharper ultra-wide camera (48 MP vs 40 MP)
Choose the Pura 80 Ultra if…
- you want more storage without paying for an upgrade (512 GB vs 256 GB)
- you like switching between focal lengths (4 vs 2 cameras)
- you plan to buy a high-capacity version (1 TB vs 512 GB maximum)
- you use a wireless charging pad every day (80 W vs 25 W)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the iPhone 17 or the Pura 80 Ultra?
We’d point most buyers to the Pura 80 Ultra. The main exception is if you know that a 1.99 oz lighter build would make a real difference in your routine.
Is the iPhone 17 bigger than the Pura 80 Ultra?
The Pura 80 Ultra is the larger of the two. It measures 6.42 × 3 × 0.33 in, compared with 5.89 × 2.81 × 0.31 in for the iPhone 17.
Is the iPhone 17 lighter than the Pura 80 Ultra?
On the scale, the iPhone 17 comes out ahead at 1.99 oz lighter than the Pura 80 Ultra.
Which has more storage, the iPhone 17 or the Pura 80 Ultra?
The Pura 80 Ultra offers more, with 512 GB against 256 GB.
Executive Summary
I read both spec sheets (the iPhone 17’s and the Pura 80 Ultra’s) so you don’t have to. To me, the standout is that the Pura 80 Ultra offers 512 GB of base storage instead of 256 GB. Plus, the Pura 80 Ultra gets an extra rear camera, which I wouldn’t overlook. The iPhone 17’s strongest argument is a 1.99 oz lighter build.
Your priorities do the choosing here: portability points to the iPhone 17, memory & storage to the Pura 80 Ultra.
My pick: the Pura 80 Ultra gets my vote, but the iPhone 17 is the right call if you’d trade the rest for a 1.99 oz lighter build.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.