Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 7 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone 7
Performance
91.1 ★
43.0
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
56.0 ★
40.0
Gaming
92.9 ★
43.5
Overall
82.8 ★
43.7
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 17
56.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17
82.8/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 7
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 7
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
4.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution
1206x2622
750x1334
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Apple A10 Fusion (16 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
PowerVR Series7XT Plus (six-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
2 GB
Storage
256 GB
32 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/3.0", PDAF, OIS
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@240fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3692 mAh
1960 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
N/A
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm (5.44 x 2.64 x 0.28 in)
Weight
177g
138g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Glass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Jet Black, Black, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold, Red
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 10.0.1, upgradable to iOS 15.8.5
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 7 puts up a strong fight with a score of 43.7/100. However, Apple iPhone 7 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Apple iPhone 7
Pros
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 or Apple iPhone 7?
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 or Apple iPhone 7?
Apple iPhone 17 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 17 has better battery with a score of 56.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 7 offers better value at PKR 70,999 with a value score of 2.3.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Apple iPhone 7?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Apple iPhone 7 costs PKR 70,999. The price difference is PKR 328,000.
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